LIBRARIAN 6152 (D) (REVISED 10-29-2026)

City of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Los Angeles is seeking a Librarian to serve patrons with professional library services, outreach, and virtual resources. You will provide reader guidance, reference, and programs to support learning and cultural interests in the community.

The role includes cataloging and maintaining library materials, plus training in technologies and implementing library technologies for virtual services. An MLS from an ALA-accredited program is required.

Qualifications

• A Librarian provides patrons with a variety of professional librarian services, including outreach and virtual/on-line resources and programs, reader guidance and book reviews, reference, selection, cataloging and maintenance of library materials to meet educational, recreational and informational needs of the community.
• A master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services, reader guidance, and program outreach to all ages.
• Select, catalog, and maintain library materials to meet community educational and cultural needs.
• Develop and support library programs and virtual services to promote lifelong learning and access to resources.

Skills

Reference services

Outreach

Reader guidance

Cataloging

Library programs

Education

Master's degree in Library Science

Job description

Annual Salary:

$80,826 to $118,139; $87,967 to $128,620; and $92,936 to $100,808

NOTES

1. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.


2. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

A Librarian provides patrons of all ages with a variety of professional librarian services, including outreach and virtual/on-line resources and programs, reader guidance and book reviews, reference, selection, cataloging and maintenance of library materials to meet educational, recreational and informational needs of the community, programming to support lifelong learning, educational, and cultural interests of the community, training in technologies and library resources and services, and implementation of library technologies and virtual services.

A master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association.

PROCESS NOTES

1. Current students who lack 8 semester units or 12 quarter units of the educational requirement may also apply. However, they must meet the full requirement before being appointed.


2. As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire if their DMV record reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation within the last 36 months in any state or jurisdiction. The City of Los Angeles reserves the right to issue a notice of disqualification or ineligibility at any time before a final job offer is extended.


3. Applicants must present proof of their master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science prior to appointment.


4. Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university recognized by the American Library Association. A list of approved institutions can be found at http://www.ala.org/CFApps/lisdir/directory_pdf.cfm.


5. Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.

Some positions may require the ability to speak or write in a language other than English.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 to THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026

FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2027 to THURSDAY, MAY 27, 2027

The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the \"Application Deadline\" section of this bulletin.

In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirement, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirement in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process.

Examination Weight:

Essay - Advisory

Interview - 100%

The examination will consist of an on-line advisory essay and an interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Self-Management; Stress Tolerance; Interpersonal Skills; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Computer Proficiency, including knowledge of: Microsoft Office programs; Google Suite programs; internet functions, such as how to navigate search engines, websites, video conferencing and social media platforms; e-media applications including Overdrive, Hoopla, RB Digital, and Libby; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: public library practices and procedures, such as policies, strategic initiatives, trends, and services; reference materials; standards for selecting resources; outreach practices; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Librarian.

Prior to the interview, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to the duties and responsibilities of a Librarian. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the interview and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualification as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process.

The advisory essay will be administered on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified.

For candidates who apply FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026, it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between MONDAY, JANUARY 4, 2027 and MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2027.

For candidates who apply FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2027 and THURSDAY, MAY 27, 2027, it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2027 and TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2027.

Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line.

For candidates who apply FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026, it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2027 to FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2027.

For candidates who apply FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2027 and THURSDAY, MAY 27, 2027, it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2027 to FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2027.

NOTES

1. This examination is based on a validation study.


2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at https://personnel.lacity.gov/exams/verify_disability.pdf.


3. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that the minimum qualification has been met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualification stated on this bulletin.


4. A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.


5. You may take the Librarian examination only once every 24 months. If you have taken any of the test parts listed in the Selection Process section of this bulletin during an open filing period for this examination within the last 24 months, you may not file for this examination at this time.


6. Your rank on the employment list may change as candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.


7. Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after six (6) months.


8. In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice: If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY

ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://personnel.lacity.gov/faqs/employment-testing-process.html