DEPARTMENT SERVICES AIDE (Entry-Experienced) - PUBLIC SERVICES

DEPARTMENT SERVICES AIDE (Entry-Experienced) - PUBLIC SERVICES

Salary

$17.77 - $29.63 Hourly

Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

PG117-1126

Department

Community and Library Services Department

Opening Date

11/04/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

This is a Non-Permanent, Part-Time Position

Hours Worked per Week May Vary

This is an excellent part-time job opportunity for an individual to provide staff support and customer service to patrons of the City of Huntington Beach libraries within the Community & Library Services Department. The Library Services Division includes Public Services, Technical Services and Youth Services.

The ideal candidate must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people. When assigned to the Central Library, the incumbent should have flexibility to be scheduled for Saturday and/or Sunday shifts.

Note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close as soon as the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received.

Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 - June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Provides guidance and assistance to patrons regarding general and specific information about the library, library programs, and library resources.
• Issues library cards, explains library policies, and assists patrons with accounts.
• Performs and/or oversees routine tasks, utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office, database and/or integrated library systems.
• Assists patrons in using library computers, software, and equipment and inform and educate patrons in the use of new technology.
• Support library programming as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The City at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of

Library terminology, methods, materials and practices; basic library reference tools and their use; classification systems; library procedures relating to circulation of library materials; basic computer and technology skills.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required.

Experience: Three (3) years directly related education, training, or experience with demonstrated technical skills. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is desirable.

Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid California drivers license at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle.

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:

• Application Review
• Department Interview
• Selection Process
• Background Investigation
• Appointment

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent certificate?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess three (3) years directly related education, training, or experience?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "Yes" for question one, please describe your directly related education, training, and experience.

If you answered "No" for question one, please type N/A.

04

In addition to English, are you able to speak any additional language(s)? If so, please indicate which language(s) and your ability to read, write and speak. (ex: Spanish: speak, read, & write at an intermediate level) If you do not possess this type of experience, please indicate "N/A".

05

Please provide details about your related public/customer service experience and demonstrated technical skills. Please include any relevant experience with payment processing, explaining policies, directing patrons, assisting individuals with computer software and equipment, etc.

Please include employer, dates of employment, job title, and duties where experience and technical skills were obtained. If you do not have related experience, please indicate "N/A."

06

Please specify the days of the week and times of day you are available to work.

07

Do you currently possess a valid California drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a CalPERS Retired Annuitant?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you completed in full every relevant section of the application, including listing References with contact phone numbers?

(Note: You may add additional information to your application at this time by selecting "Save Work in Progress", then selecting the link for Step 1 "Job Application" and editing or adding information to the appropriate section. Then navigate back to Step 3 to complete the application process).

• Yes, I have completed the application in full
• No, I have not completed the application in full and understand that if deemed incomplete my application may be disqualified from further consideration.

Required Question

Employer City of Huntington Beach

Address 2000 Main Street

Huntington Beach, California, 92648

Phone (714) 536-5492

Website http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/jobs