Library Associate III

Current vacancies:  One full-time at the Atascadero Library and one full-time at the San Luis Obispo Library with transfer to the Arroyo Grande Library when it reopens in approximately 6-12 months.  The list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future part-time and full-time vacancies at various Library locations.

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries is creating a list to fill current and future vacancies for customer service-focused positions at various library locations.  Working under general supervision of a Library Branch Manager/Senior Library Associate, the Library Associate performs a variety of clerical and technical duties in support of library services and customers.   Assignments typically involve checking out, receiving, and shelving materials; receiving payments; providing customer support for the libraries’ public computers and digital resources; as well as providing general customer assistance.  The position requires reaching, bending, stooping, standing for long periods of time; moving loaded book trucks weighing 50-75 lbs.; using a computer keyboard; and picking up 25–30 lb. bags of books.  Must be willing to work evenings and weekends and be able to travel to various library locations. 

To be successful in this role, the Library Associate must have the ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and decision making, along with the capacity to be a flexible team member that can balance competing demands. Must possess the aptitude and desire to consistently demonstrate excellent quality customer service. Preferred skills include proficiency in computer applications and data entry, the ability to quickly learn new technology, and Spanish bilingual skills. A California Driver’s License is required. 

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate at the time of employment AND one year of experience performing duties comparable to a library page, administrative assistant, or a customer service / retail representative. 

A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.  We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have a background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. 

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcome. 

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

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Veteran's Preference Points 
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points.  Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit.  Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

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The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.