SENIOR LIBRARIAN

City of Torrance; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Torrance is seeking a Senior Librarian to lead the Torrance Public Library Team. This role involves managing library units, supervising staff, and engaging with the community through educational programs. Ideal candidates should possess a Master's in Library Science along with substantial public library experience. The position fosters a collaborative environment, aiming to enhance community services while cultivating an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college.
• Three years of professional public library experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a work unit or library location with advanced programming.
• Mentor and coach staff.
• Plan and implement community programs.

Skills

Supervision

Decision-making

Planning

Collaboration

Community partnerships

Public library experience

Education

Master of Library Science

Job description

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

IN ITS ENTIRETYBEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

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The CityofTorrance is recruiting for a Senior Librarian to be part of the

Torrance Public Library Team!

The Department
The mission of theCommunity Services Departmentis to enrich the community through the provision of recreational, cultural and educational opportunities for persons of all abilities. The Department has five divisions: Library, Administrative, Cultural, Recreation, and Parks. Our main library is centrally located in the Civic Center and five branches are conveniently located within a five-mile radius of the main library. The Library Division has a circulation of over 1.2 million funded with a budget of $7.2 million and staffed with approximately 67 employees.

The Position
Senior Librariansunder direction, manage a work unit, specialized library function or library location. The incumbent performs advanced and professional programming, supervision, leadership, delivery of services, and strategic planning within theLibrary Division. The incumbent plans and implements programs, mentors and coaches staff, manages logistics of services, and represents the library in various community partnerships.

For more information about the duties of the position, click here.Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the knowledge and skills required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

A Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited college or university and three years of professional public library experience in area of responsibility.

Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Ability to effectively supervise various professional and paraprofessional staff;
• Strong decision-making, planning, and scheduling skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively across the organization with an emphasis on a professional, ethical and inclusive mindset;
• Recent, relevant public library experience;
• Experience and knowledge of presenting programs and cultivating community partnerships;
• Ability to work varying schedule, including but not limited to weeknights and weekends.

.Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire atwww.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs.

Review of the applications will be those received by Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is a possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of the following components:

Performance Exam: Weighted 50%
Oral Interview: Weighted 50%

The tentative test date(s) will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date.

Visitwww.TorranceCA.Govto find out more information about our community.

The City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangementsmustcontact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s).If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at [phone] prior to the test date.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!