Senior Library Clerk

Senior Library Clerk

Salary

$49,514.00 - $63,506.00 Annually

Location

Orange Main Library & History Center, 407 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA

Job Type

Full Time Miscellaneous

Job Number

01720

Department

Community and Library Services Department

Division

Lending Services

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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JOIN THE CITY OF ORANGE AS A SENIOR LIBRARY CLERK!

The current vacancy is for one (1) full-time, 40-hour benefited Senior Library Clerk in the Lending Services Division.

This is a supervisory role responsible for providing leadership, direction, training, and day-to-day support to staff within the division. The ideal candidate will be a confident and collaborative leader who demonstrates strong interpersonal and staff leadership skills, take initiative, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to provide guidance, and training with minimal direction to staff while contributing to the continued improvement of Lending Services.

The eligibility list established through this recruitment may be used for future full-time and part-time vacancies in Lending Services. Candidates must be available to be assigned a varied-weekly schedule which normally includes evening and Saturday hours.

Definition:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex clerical tasks related to the circulation of library materials to the public; provides direct service and assistance to library patrons; provides technical and functional direction to assigned Library Clerks; and performs related work as required.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

Receives general supervision from the Library Manager I or higher-level manager. Exercises technical or functional direction over and provides training to Library Clerks, clerical staff, and volunteers.

Class Characteristics:

This is the advanced journey-level class in the library clerk series and is responsible for more complex circulation and customer service tasks at the circulation desk, including resolving customer issues, interpreting library policies, and cash reconciliation. Incumbents serve as "lead" for circulation activities for designated shifts and schedule and train lower-level staff in circulation procedures. Appointment to the Senior Library Clerk class requires an opening and possession of the knowledge, skill, experience, which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

Examples of Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assists public at front counter and directs public to appropriate locations and/or staff; responds to complaints and requests for information; assists in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public; screens calls and directs callers to appropriate City staff as necessary.
• Schedules lower level staff to provide adequate coverage of the circulation duties.
• Trains clerical workers and volunteers in the completion of work assignments.
• Checks library materials in and out using an automated circulation control system.
• Registers new patrons; issues library cards and updates customer records.
• Enters and updates information into library databases.
• Identifies overdue or damaged materials; uses discretion in resolving fee disputes; collects and records fees.
• Processes holds from all libraries and maintains hold shelf.
• Investigates and resolves disputed customer accounts.
• Prepares circulating materials for public use.
• Prepares books and other items for daily delivery to branch libraries.
• Retrieves messages from renewal phone line and renews patron books.
• Processes current periodicals and new paperbacks, damaged materials, and slip cover materials.
• Cleans, mends, and repairs library materials according to effective conservation techniques.
• Shelf reads the collection to ensure materials are in correct location and order.
• Participates in opening and closing facilities, including preparing and closing register cash drawer, turning on, logging into, and turning off all computers, preparing daily newspapers, and printing out and pulling holds list for shipment to other libraries.
• Performs minor and routine maintenance on copy machines or computers.
• Performs a wide variety of routine clerical duties to support operations, including filing, preparing records and basic reports, develops signage and flyers, and ordering and maintaining office and other related supplies.
• Receives money and issues receipts; collects and accounts for collected fees; accesses safe for money storage.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records, verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information.
• May assist in audio/video set up of meeting rooms.
• May prepare library exhibits and displays.
• Compiles statistics and data; prepares and maintains lists, statistical and data reports.
• May assist with the development of library collections, including ordering, withdrawals, and inventory controls.
• May be responsible for operation of a satellite library location or branch in the absence of higher-level staff.
• Perform outreach to the community at off-site locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles of supervision and training.
• Alphabetic and numeric systems for classifying and organizing library materials.
• Standard library practices and procedures including circulation.
• Applications of automated library circulation system.
• Basic record keeping principles and procedures.
• Basic principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.
• Basic arithmetic principles and cash handling.
• Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of effectively dealing with the public and public relations.
• Library classification, cataloging, and bibliographic terminology.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of core library operating principles, including confidentiality of customer information, freedom of information, and intellectual freedom.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.

Ability to:

• Inspect the work of staff and maintain established quality control standards; train staff in proper work procedures.
• Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized library services software applications programs.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Maintain an active driver's license and a good driving record to work from multiple Orange Public Library locations and partner sites.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of library clerical experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License with satisfactory driving record and proof of acceptable automobile insurance at the time of appointment and throughout employment in the position is required.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires frequent standing in work areas and walking between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and shelve materials. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Elements:

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Working Conditions:

Required to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Disaster Service Worker:

All employees of the City of Orange are designated by both State law and City ordinance to be "Disaster Service Workers." In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours, and performing work significantly different from the employees normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.

CITY MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES:

Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties: The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses and visitors. As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community. The City's values include Teamwork, Accountability, and Excellence.

BENEFITS FOR ORANGE MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION

The City of Orange provides a generous array of benefits to employees in addition to maintaining competitive salaries. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working from 20 to 35 hours.

The following is a partial list of benefits:

Salary Range. Salary Ranges are composed of six (6) steps, each approximately five percent (5%) apart. Advancements through the steps are generally made yearly and based on performance.

Retirement Benefits. Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), including the Citys contribution toward the Fourth Level Survivors Benefit.

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are "New" CalPERS Members, as defined by the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at age 62 defined benefit plan with three year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). New Members shall contribute half of normal cost of retirement as determined by CalPERS from their pensionable compensation, on a pre-tax basis, as set forth in California Government Code Section 7522.30.

An employee who is a "Classic" Member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired by the City of Orange on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% @ age 55 benefit formula with one year final compensation. Employees contribute 8.00% of pension reportable salary on a pre-tax basis for this retirement benefit.

Social Security & Medicare. Employees do not pay into Social Security, however, do contribute 1.45% of salary towards Medicare.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan. The City pays up to $2,170 per month (Family) which can be applied towards CalPERS medical, dental, vision, health care reimbursement, and/or dependent care reimbursement. Under certain criteria, employees may elect to opt out of the Citys medical plan altogether and receive $400 per month.

Life Insurance. The City provides a term life insurance policy of $50,000.

Vacation. Employees earn 80 hours of vacation during the first year of service, and an increasing accrual up to 200 hours per year after 24 years of service. The City also provides an annual unused vacation payout plan.

Holidays. The City observes 11 paid holidays and provides 9 hours of floating holiday annually.

Sick Leave. Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 96 hours per year. Employees are eligible to convert unused sick leave to vacation on an annual basis. A partial payment (up to 50%) for accumulated unused sick leave is available to City employees who retire from the City.

Other Benefits. Most employees work a "9/80" alternate work schedule with City Hall closures every other Friday. Long Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $1,500/fiscal year), Trip Reduction Program incentives, optional Deferred Compensation programs and Credit Union membership are a few of the additional benefits provided and/or available to employees.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

A Medical Examination, Police Records Check, and thorough Background Investigation are required of all prospective employees.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), all job offers made by the City of Orange are contingent upon establishing proof of your legal right to work in the United States.

All benefited employees shall be subject to a twelve (12) month probationary period as a condition of employment.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contributions toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Orange.

For more information, please click here for the Orange Municipal Employees Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Note: an updated MOU is in the process of being uploaded, so the current document may include outdated information. Please contact HR staff at hrinfo@cityoforange.org if you have any questions regarding contents of the MOU.

The City of Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

01

Have you completed the the 12th grade or its equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Two (2) years of clerical library experience is required. Do you have two (2) years of clerical library experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the number of years of related library clerical experience you possess. Please note that one (1) year is equivalent to 2,080 hours.

• None
• Less than two (2) years of related library clerical experience.
• More than two (2) years but less than five (5) years of related library clerical experience.
• More than five (5) years of related library clerical experience.

04

Do you possess a current/valid California Class C drivers license with a satisfactory driving record and proof of acceptable automobile insurance?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you a current City of Orange employee?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your training and experience working with standard office equipment and computer systems. Include the types of hardware and software you are familiar with, your level of proficiency and your experience with data entry.

07

This position may be required to serve as the lead in the absence of the Division Manager. Describe your experience leading a team, overseeing daily operations, making decisions, and addressing staff or customer issues. Provide a specific example.

08

Describe your experience representing your organization at community events, outreach programs, or public presentations. What was your role?

09

This position is responsible for preparing weekly staff schedules while balancing operational needs and completing deadlines. Describe your experience creating and managing employee work schedules.

10

Describe your experience in working in a position requiring significant public contact where you are responsible for providing information over the phone or in person; determining appropriate referrals of calls; and exchanging, correcting, or verifying information. If no experience, please type "N/A" below.

11

Please describe your experience supervising library staff. Include specific details regarding the scope and nature of your supervisory responsibilities, including the number of employees supervised and the classification levels of staff for whom you have had responsibility within a library facility.

12

I certify that all information I provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that I understand purposely providing false information may be grounds for disqualification from the process.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Orange

Address 300 E. Chapman Avenue

Orange, California, 92866

Phone (714) 744-7255

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/