Library Assistant

Library Assistant

Salary

$30.15 - $36.62 Hourly

Location

Ontario, CA

Job Type

Varies

Job Number

091626 Library Asst

Department

Library

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

TMTR

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Position

Library Assistant (Full-Time/Part-Time)

The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies and any vacancies that occur within one year from the established date.

Are you interested in making a positive impact on your community by assisting the Ontario City Library to create and support lifelong reading, learning, and enjoyment? The Ontario City Library is seeking confident, professional, team-oriented individuals interested in gaining valuable experience working in a municipal library. The Library Assistant is responsible for performing paraprofessional library support duties in assigned library service areas, including reference assistance, programming, and related library activities.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Exemplary organizational and time management skills.
• A passion for creativity, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to take initiative, remain open-minded, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment and establish and maintain good relationships with other library units, city agencies, school districts, and community members.

Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the Citys Customer Service Philosophy - Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

Part-time/temporary Library Assistant positions are scheduled to work on average 19 hours per week, but no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the Citys health insurance or retirement plans.

The following procedures will apply:

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List.
• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Community Life and Culture Agency & Ontario City Library

The City of Ontarios Community Life & Culture Agency endeavors to meet the Ontario City Council goal to "encourage, provide or support enhanced recreational, educational, cultural and healthy city programs, policies and activities." Community Life & Culture does this through a comprehensive array of programs, activities, services and events available through the Housing Services, Library, Museum, Arts & Culture, and Recreation & Community Services Departments.

The Ontario City Library has been serving the public as a City department since 1894. The Ovitt Family Community Library and Lewis Family Branches of the Library contain over 315,000 items, including books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, audio books, kits and a local history collection. A wide variety of technology is available for the public including internet, several software, eBooks, and state of the art technology through Lightspeed makerspace that offers access to equipment such as 3D printers and a laser cutter. The Library offers a wide variety of programs and services for all ages including early literacy, Veterans Resource Center, adult literacy tutoring, workforce development training, and the Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room.

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

The City's vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario's 2026 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as the other links to learn more about the City:

State of the City The Ontario Plan

Smart Ontario Downtown Ontario

Examples of Essential Functions

The essential functions typically performed by the Library Assistant include the following:

• Plans, prepares, coordinates, and presents a variety of library programs, tours, visiting classes, and outreach activities.
• Provides reference and reader's advisory services in assigned sections of the library.
• Assists patrons in library makerspaces and with related equipment and resources.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records, and other related materials.
• Monitors funds for assigned programming and collection development activities; maintains related records and documentation.
• Creates promotional materials, including flyers, posters, and brochures; prepares copy for service, program, and event promotion.
• Assists in recommending library materials for purchase.
• Assists with interlibrary loan services, including processing requests and coordinating the receipt and distribution of materials.
• May perform original and copy cataloging of library materials.
• May provide lead direction to assigned staff and volunteers.
• Job responsibilities may require travel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Education

Equivalent to an associates degree from an accredited college or university in education, humanities, social sciences, mathematics or a related field.

Experience

One (1) year of technical experience in a library.

Licenses

• Valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment.
• Acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Desirable

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• Customer service experience.
• Collection development experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or other related languages commonly used in the community.

Special Requirements

Ability to work various schedules, including evening and weekends shifts.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.

• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).

• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the Citys online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you may be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.

The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here www.ontariocityemployees.org.

Employees in this classification are under the Part-Time Compensation and Benefits Profile. For a list of benefits for part-time employees please click here: https://content.ontarioca.gov/sites/default/files/migrated-files/Part-Time%20Compensation%20and%20Benefits%20Profile%20FINAL%20Signed.pdf

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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on your application and the following supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility and to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information or AI-generated responses may result in disqualification from the selection process. Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate "see resume" are considered incomplete. By checking the Yes response below, I indicate that I have read the job bulletin and these instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. Additionally, I certify that my application and supplemental answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and I understand that my responses are subject to verification.

• Yes, I understand the above statement.

02

All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed education requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degrees/Certifications. This must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative conducting the reference check. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification. If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035. Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education?

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Some College Coursework in education, humanities, social sciences, mathematics or a related field.
• Associates Degree in education, humanities, social sciences, mathematics or a related field.
• Bachelors Degree in education, humanities, social sciences, mathematics or a related field.
• Masters Degree in education, humanities, social sciences, mathematics or a related field.
• None of the Above.

04

Please indicate your total years of technical experience in a library. Note: Your experience must be clearly detailed within the work experience section of your application.

• No experience.
• Less than 6 months.
• 6 months to less than one year.
• 1 year or more.

05

Please indicate your total years of customer service experience. Note: Your experience must be clearly detailed within the work experience section of your application.

• No Experience.
• Less than 6 months.
• 6 months to less than one year.
• One year to less than two years.
• Two years or more.

06

Do you currently possess a valid California C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

07

In the space below, please describe your experience planning and executing library programs for youth and/or adults. If you do not possess this experience, please type N/A.

08

In the space below, please describe your experience in collection development. If you do not possess this experience, please type N/A.

09

In the space below, please indicate if you are proficient in Spanish, Mandarin, or other related languages commonly used in the community. If you are not bilingual, please type N/A.

10

Please select the area(s) for which you are interested in being considered for (select all that apply).

• Adult Services
• Branch Services
• Youth Services
• Technology

11

Please indicate which opportunities you will be interested in for the Library Assistant classification.

• Part-Time Only
• Full-Time Only
• Both Part-Time and Full-Time

Required Question

Employer City of Ontario

Address 200 North Cherry Avenue

Ontario, California, 91764

Phone 909.395.2455

909.395.2000

Website http://www.ontarioca.gov