Part Time Library Technician

Description

The City of Anaheim Public Library is seeking Part Time Library Technicians to provide excellent public service in a team­ oriented library system. We are looking for knowledgeable, positive individuals to assist at public service desks and provide public programming for children, teens and /or adults, and participate in developing relevant and innovative library services. Candidates with programming experience are highly desirable. Positions assigned to this classification work under the moderate supervision of a full time Librarian.

This is a part time position, typically assigned 20 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Candidates must have evening and weekend availability. This recruitment will fill vacancies throughout the entire Anaheim Public Library system, including the Mobile Library.

About the Anaheim Public Library

The Anaheim Public Library was recognized as the 2021 Library of the Year by Gale and Library Journal. There are ten Library outlets serving the City of Anaheim and surrounding communities. This includes Central Library, six branch libraries, the self-service branch at ARTIC Transportation Center, the Anaheim Heritage Center which houses our local history collections, the Mobile Library that serves the Community Development Block Grant neighborhoods in the city, and STEAM Adventures: Explorations on Wheels which serves the science technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM) needs of the Anaheim community.

Essential Functions

Below are the main duties of a Part Time Library Technician. You can review the full job description by clicking on this link. 

• Assist library patrons with the general use of the library and respond to informational and ready reference questions.
• Instruct patrons on the use of library equipment, including computers and on-line resources.
• Assist patrons in the retrieval and selection of books and materials.
• Under the supervision of a librarian, may assist or conduct programs for children, teens, and adults such as a library storytime.
• Provide direct public assistance at public service desks.
• Assist Librarians in the addition of books and other materials for featured displays; process and check in new books.
• Verify status of books ordered; assist with the de-selection and discarding of materials and complete required paperwork.
• Update various monthly statistics. Run reports on materials usage for story time, youth and adult services programs as needed.
• Assist in the implementation of library policies and procedures.
• Perform general clerical, record keeping, file maintenance, typing and data processing duties.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION

This is a part time position, typically assigned 20 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Candidates must have evening and weekend availability. 
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 5:00pm. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview. 

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and /or additional vacancies throughout the City.

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/ background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug /alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Communication regarding your application and /or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Experience: Experience performing clerical support in a public library
• An equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying

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