Librarian I (Part Time)

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  Monday, August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

THE POSITION:
This position performs a variety of professional and para-professional duties in support of a modern urban library and community learning center; develops, implements and evaluates educational and library programs tailored to the changing needs of a diverse local community; and provides responsive customer service to a diverse population of library and learning center users. 

The Part-Time Regular Appointment Librarian I is a maximum of 20-hours per week and is eligible for benefits. The eligible list produced by this recruitment can be used to fill current and future vacancies and can also be used to fill temporary assignments. 

You are:
The ideal candidate has a Master's Degree in Library Science or more than two (2) years of public library experience, and is excited about developing the library as a diverse community hub. They are a community-minded librarian dedicated to delivering high-quality public library services and building positive connections with customers of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. They bring professional public library experience, a strong foundation in library science, and a commitment to understanding and responding to the evolving needs of the community. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply!

What you will do: 

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Develop, implement and evaluate impactful library and educational services/programs that are responsive to the changing and varied needs of the local community, including service developed for children, teens, adults, seniors, the disabled and non-English speakers.

Monitor and evaluate library and educational services programs for effectiveness and efficiency through the use of data and measurable outcomes.

May evaluate, select and order books and media items for one or more subject areas of the library collection; evaluate library books and media items for withdrawal from the library collection.  

Respond to customer inquiries for library information, resources and services; conduct customized reference interviews with customers to identify their specific and unique library and educational needs; follow-through with customers to ensure the proper level of service was provided.

Enforce library customer conduct policies to ensure a safe and welcoming public environment for all library visitors.  

Link to full job description: Librarian I (Part Time)


JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

CORE COMPETENCIES  

Knowledge of:  

• Current best practices, procedures and techniques used in creating, delivering, and evaluating effective public library and community learning center services in an urban environment.
• Current technologies, resources, and other tools needed to plan and deliver effective library and community learning center services to various demographic groups.
• Modern library operational systems, including Integrated Library Systems, automated cataloging and processing systems, electronic resources and databases, reciprocal borrowing systems, materials movement systems, materials selection systems and processes, and modern electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Children's and teen literature including knowledge of the various genres, sub-genres and subject areas of children's and teen literature; knowledge of specific authors, titles and trends.
• Adult literature including knowledge of the various genres, sub-genres and subject areas of adult literature; knowledge of specific authors, titles and trends.

Ability to: 

• Provide excellent customer service to a diverse community of urban public library and community learning center users.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and service demands efficiently and effectively.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a diverse customer population; deliver clear and concise written and verbal communications that are relevant to the intended audience.
• Identify and adapt to changing community needs and service delivery models in an urban public library/learning centers.
• Analyze data to accurately assess changing customer needs, adjust program strategies to ensure effective program delivery and accurately measure success.
• Participate in resource development activities to support library services and projects, which includes writing effective grant proposals independently and as a team member.
• Coordinate and collaborate effectively with others to identify and achieve shared goals.
• Use modern office technology and equipment.
• Work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.

A complete job description and list of duties can be found at www.hayward-ca.gov. You have: 
 Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:  Two (2) years of increasing responsible professional public library experience. 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Library Science. Master's degree in Library Science is desirable. 

License: Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. 



BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application, Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Library Science, and responses to the Supplemental Questions, which fully describe the nature of professional experience and qualifications.

Application Review - 
The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Library Science to your on-line application.

Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Job Related Testing (examination) - Virtual Written examination projected for mid-September

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.

Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward. 
Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541 or via phone (510) 583-4500.  

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.