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Job Description
Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
EXAM NUMBER
Q8325U
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
The application filing period will begin November 12, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. (PT).
Filing will be suspended after the first 200 applications are received or by November 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. (PT), whichever occurs first. Applications received after the first 200 will not be considered.
LA County Library serves 3.4 million residents across 3,000 square miles through its 86 libraries, 4 Cultural Resource Centers, and mobile fleet of 15 vehicles, including 4 Bookmobiles, 6 MakMo's (maker mobiles), 3 Reading Machines (early literacy vehicles), and 2 mobile outreach vehicles.
LA County Library seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. The library fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness, so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Employees can qualify for County Medical Plan and Pension Savings Plan for part-time, temporary employees.
The Position:
Perform library-related clerical work in a community or specialized library, or at Regional or Library Headquarters.
Positions allocable to this part-time, hourly class report to a permanent staff member in the LA County Library and perform clerical duties requiring a working knowledge of routine library-related clerical and support functions. Incumbents must exercise initiative and independent judgment within established procedural and policy limits.
Essential Job Functions
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
Checks in and out and/or processes library materials for customers.
Registers new customers (borrowers) according to pre-determined and specialized procedures.
Explains and enforces library policies and procedures.
Answers questions and gives information to the public concerning such matters as library rules, fines, and fees, locating materials, etc.
Operates office machines such as computers and small office equipment incidental to the performance of other duties.
Performs related general clerical work as required.
Assists in shelving and transporting materials.
Pack and unpack outgoing and incoming delivery shipments as needed.
Requirements
To qualify for this exam, you must have th ree (3) months of public customer service experience such as sales, food service, receptionist, or any other closely related customer service role.
AGE: At least 18 years of age.
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:- Successful completion of one (1) or more college courses from an accredited college or university in Library Technology or Library Science*.
- Experience assisting in the operation of a community or specialized library performing general library tasks (e.g., sorting & arranging books and other materials; serves library customers; maintains supplies; inspects books and materials for cleanliness and/or repairs; sets up library premises for special events, programs, and meetings; assists with facility opening and closing procedures; maintains the overall orderliness of library facilities) at the level of Library Page, NC**.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
Out-Of-Class Experience will not be accepted for this examination.
Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience.
* In order to receive credit for the required college course(s), you MUST include a legible copy of the official transcripts which shows the area of specialization at the time of application filing. If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application at the time of filing, you must email the required document(s) within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application submission to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . Please reference your full name, exam title, and exam number on the email subject line. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted to meet the educational requirement.
** Library Page, NC assist in the general operation of a community or specialized library by sorting & arranging books and other materials; serves library customers; maintains supplies; inspects books and materials for cleanliness and/or repairs; sets up library premises for special events, programs, and meetings; assists with facility opening and closing procedures; maintains the overall orderliness of library facilities. For a full description of LA County's Library Page, NC classification refer to class spec 9325 .
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and Desirable Qualifications, weighted 100%.
Extra credit will be given to qualified candidates with the Desirable Qualifications.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added on the eligible list.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Vacancy Information:
The resulting eligible list for this examination will be used to fill TEMPORARY vacancies in the CENTRAL COUNTY AREA, which is comprised of the following libraries:
Anthony Quinn Library
Bell Gardens Library
Bell Library
Chet Holifield Library
City Terrace Library
Cudahy Library
East Los Angeles Library
El Camino Real Library
Huntington Park Library
Los Nietos Library
Maywood Cesar Chavez Library
Montebello Library
Pico Rivera Library
Rivera Library
Rosemead Library
San Gabriel Library
Sorensen Library
Temple City Library
Available Shift:
Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights and weekends.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO):
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. LA County Library is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the last filing date.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:
- libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov
- noreply@governmentjobs.com
- info@governmentjobs.com
- mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
- lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov
- cgarcia@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation:
If you require accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for testing accommodation.
Social Security Number:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
No Sharing of User ID and Password:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator.
Department Contact Information: Maria Andrade
(562) 940-8434
mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
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Closing Date/Time: 11/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific -
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