Per Diem Library Aide II (20784821)

City of San Mateo; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited benefits

Job summary

City of San Mateo is seeking Per Diem Library Aide II for the San Mateo Public Library. Responsibilities include shelving, checking materials in/out, assisting patrons at desks and self-checkouts, and handling interlibrary loan tasks across Main, Marina, and Hillsdale locations.

Positions are part-time with the potential for limited benefits after meeting hours. Starting wage is $20.46 per hour, with varied schedule options to cover multiple library hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age or older; work permit if under 18.
• Knowledge of spoken and written English.
• Must successfully complete an examination on correct shelving procedures.

Responsibilities

• Shelving and retrieval of library materials.
• Check-in and check-out of library materials.
• Assist patrons at public desks and self-checkouts.
• Process daily newspapers and holds.
• Process interlibrary loan materials (Link+).
• End processing duties and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spoken English

Written English

Education

Completion of 9th Grade

Job description

San Mateo is a city of more than 100,000 residents located in San Mateo County, California, on the San Francisco Peninsula. One of the City’s strengths is its diversity, both in the ethnic makeup and the physical development of the community. San Mateo has a vibrant business and retail environment with national and international businesses, two major shopping centers and an active downtown.

You would be joining over 500 people whose mission it is to serve the San Mateo community with a collaborative, innovative and professional spirit. We are looking for someone who embodies our shared values of respect, creativity, inclusivity, transparency, and integrity in their words and actions.

Immediate Openings for Per Diem Library Aide II

(Circulation/Technical Services)

THE POSITION:

The Circulation/Technical Services division of San Mateo Public Library has three immediate openings for the position of per diem Library Aide II. Primary responsibilities include shelving and retrieval of library materials; check-in and check-out of library materials; customer assistance at public desks and self-checkouts; processing of daily newspapers and holds; processing of interlibrary loan materials (Link+); end processing duties and other duties as assigned. Library Aide IIs may be assigned to all three locations (Main, Marina, and Hillsdale).

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

The Library Aide II position starts at step 1 ($20.46 per hour). All positions are

considered part-time and offer limited benefits after working a specified number of hours.

HOURS:

Below are the starting schedules that may be changed in the future to meet the operational needs of the Library:

Schedule Option #1:

• Sunday - 11am-3pm (Main)
• Monday - 9am-12pm (Main)
• Tuesday - Off
• Thursday -9am-1pm (Main)
• Friday - 9am-1pm (Main)
• Saturday - Off

Schedule Option #2:

• Sunday -1pm-5pm (Main)
• Monday - 4pm-8pm (Main)
• Tuesday - Off
• Thursday -4pm-8pm (Main)
• Friday - Off
• Saturday -9am-12pm (Main)

Schedule Option #3:

• Sunday - Off
• Monday -2pm-5pm (Hillsdale)
• Tuesday -1pm-5pm (Marina)
• Thursday -1pm-5pm (Marina)
• Friday - Off
• Saturday - 1pm-5pm (Main)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Completion of 9th grade, knowledge of spoken and written English, and successful completion of an examination on correct shelving procedures. Must be at least 15 years of age or older; if under the age of 18, a work permit is required.

ABILITY TO:

Learn library practices and procedures, and the location of materials in the libraries; perform a variety of library technical and clerical work with speed and accuracy; assist patrons in the location and use of library materials; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; speak and write clearly; learn the use of appropriate library automation systems; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with numbers and alphabet accurately. Work with a minimum of supervision, follow written and oral instructions; work in a team environment.

APPLY BY:

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5:00 P.M or until first 75 applications and supplemental questionnaire received, whichever occurs first.