Departmental Aide - Part-Time - Shift - Mojave

Kern County; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern County is seeking a Departmental Aide to support library operations and assist patrons with basic services in a busy county library system.

The role requires a minimum of a tenth-grade education, eligibility for a work permit if needed, and may involve background checks and post-offer screenings as part of the civil service process. Training and career growth are encouraged within a culture of service.

Qualifications

• Completion of the tenth grade or equivalent.

Education

Completion of the tenth grade

Job description

Shift - Library branches may be open various days and hours of the week, to include evenings and weekends.

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:

• Written Exam: will be conducted on October 7, 2026

Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of alphabetical and numerical sequences, Dewey Decimal system, basic math, customer service principles, and other relevant subjects.

Applicants must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.

Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:

Completion of the tenth grade and ability to obtain a work permit if necessary; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Full Job Description:

Departmental Aide

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

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Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.

Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.