Annex Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $31.59 - $41.22 Hourly
Location : 701 Silver Spur Rd. Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202400011
Department: Young Readers
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Palos Verdes Library District is a public library system that operates three unique libraries serving the 68,000 residents of the four cities on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula. The District collaborates with the community to create inclusive, welcoming environments that support access to information, lifelong learning, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging. Through a commitment to organizational excellence, community engagement, and equitable access to resources, PVLD serves as the community's center for discovery, personal enrichment, and shared cultural history. The District's work is strengthened by a robust network of community partners and support organizations. As an Independent Special District, PVLD operates with an annual budget of approximately $14 million, funded primarily through a dedicated allocation of local property taxes, and is governed by a publicly elected Board of Library Trustees.
Description
Position:
The Library Assistant V - Annex Assistant supervises middle and high school students in the Teen Corner and Annex, fostering a welcoming and supportive environment to all teens. This position works independently to resolve customer issues, interpret library policies, and address behavior in accordance with the library's code of conduct. Responsibilities may include providing basic reference and readers' advisory services, assisting with teen programs, performing circulation and customer service tasks, and supporting the daily operation, opening, and closing of the Annex.
The ideal Candidate should exhibit a strong service orientation and a demonstrated dedication to quality customer service in a diverse community. They should have a strong knowledge of youth and teen services and a dedication to creating meaningful, positive experiences for teen patrons. In addition, the successful candidate should be flexible in their availability to work. Successful candidates must be available to work Monday-Friday from 3-7 pm during the school year and from 1-5 pm Monday through Friday during the summer.
This posting will close at 5:00 p.m. on June 15. Applications will only be accepted online through our applicant tracking system. Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
What's the Annex?
The Annex is a branch of the Palos Verdes Library District solely dedicated to providing teens in grades 6-12 with a safe, positive, fun space to read, do homework, and engage in a variety of multimedia activities. It is a favorite local hangout used daily by energetic teens with many diverse interests and talents.
The Peninsula Center Library's Teen Corner is another favorite hang out, designed for study and socializing in the main library. If you are passionate about youth development and love to connect with people, we want you on our team!
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides a high level of customer service to all, especially middle and high school age patrons.
• Supervises middle and high school students in the Peninsula Center Library Teen Corner and the Annex.
• Is responsible for opening and closing procedures of the Annex.
• Answer telephone calls and emails and provide assistance by investigating and resolving disputed patron accounts, answering mid-level reference questions or referring patrons to other library staff as appropriate.
• Assist patrons with the operation of copy machines and provide basic technology and computer help including issuing refunds and performing minor or routine maintenance.
• Ensure work areas, shelving areas, and library premises are clean, safe, and in good working order including ordering supplies and spot-checking items for repair.
• Perform daily opening and closing procedures including locking/ unlocking Annex space.
• Provide general clerical support, including preparation and maintenance of lists, data entry or clean-up, search reports, flyers, and other documents, and statistical and data reports.
• Communicate issues, challenges and updates regularly to the YA Librarian III or YR Manager.
• Assist in developing and implementing library programs including conducting classes, clubs, and special events at the Annex.
• Process daily deliveries including receiving, checking, routing and distributing incoming internal and external documents, items, materials and supplies.
• Collect, sort, and shelve all library materials using different filing systems; maintains placement of materials, cleanliness and orderliness of shelves, and shifts library material by relocating items as required.
• Search for and process new books & materials, hold requests, claim returns, transit, missing or lost materials utilizing reports.
• Spot-check books and materials for needed repair and identify worn or damaged items for withdrawal or replacement.
• Provide lead direction, training, and work review for volunteers.
• May assist librarians with programming, displays, and outreach.
• Required to work at any PVLD branch when assigned, including working split shifts at different branches and may be responsible for operation of a satellite library location or branch in the absence of higher-level staff.
• Participate in District wide training for new equipment and technology.

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Typical Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public, volunteers, vendors, contractors, and District staff, in person, and over the telephone.
• Teen social, emotional, mental, and physical development.
• Alphabetic and numeric systems for classifying and organizing library materials.
• Standard library practices and procedures including circulation.
• Applications of automated library circulation systems.
• Basic record keeping principles and procedures.
• Basic principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.
• Basic arithmetic principles and cash handling.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of effectively dealing with the public and public relations.

Ability to:

• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Accurately sort and organize library materials using alphabetical or numerical classification systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Retrieve, shelve and relocate library materials
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Access, retrieve, enter, and update information using a computer terminal.
• Organize own work and set priorities within procedural guidelines.
• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and copy machines.

EDUCATION, LICENSE AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to an Associate's degree in library sciences, humanities, liberal arts, business or public administration, or related field, and one (1) year of experience in library services.
Desirable Qualifications:

• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with middle or high school students.

Note: The candidate selected for this position must be able to provide educational verification in the form of an official transcript of their highest degree. The District must receive the transcript directly from the institution.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Must be able to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must possess the ability to retrieve, process, and store library materials as well as enter and retrieve data using a computer. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach, as well as push and pull heavy book carts of up to 100 pounds and to retrieve and store materials. Positions in this classification frequently lift and carry library materials that typically weigh less than 50 pounds.
Environmental Elements
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Occasionally, incumbents may have to visit other branch libraries or perform job duties outdoors and may be exposed to inclement weather conditions and hot and cold temperatures. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or patrons in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Required to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Selection Process
This posting will close at 5:00 PM on June 15, 2026.
Applications will only be accepted online through our applicant tracking system
Please submit your resume with your application and answer all supplemental questions. Note: AI generated answers may impact consideration for this position.
Any further questions can be directed to PVLD's Human Resources at (310) 377-9584 ext. 248
THE PALOS VERDES LIBRARY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The District offers an excellent benefits package to full-time employees that includes: health, dental, and vision insurance; long-term disability insurance; life insurance; participation in the CalPERS retirement plan (formula dependent on date of enrollment); social security; employee-funded deferred compensation plans; 10 paid holidays per year, plus 7 floating personal holidays; 10 to 20 vacations days per year depending on years of service; tuition reimbursement program.
Part-time employees receive sick and personal holiday time, social security and employee-funded deferred compensation plans.
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Summarize briefly how your education, training, and/or experience qualifies you for this position and note any specific experience you have working with Middle or High school age kids.
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How do you/would you create or foster an environment that supports diversity, equity and inclusion for kids in 6 - 12 grade?
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Briefly describe your teamwork style
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Describe your customer service philosophy and how you apply it to a public library setting.
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The Annex hours are based on the school day. Specifically, we are seeking applicants that are available Monday-Friday from 3-7 pm during the school year and 1-5 during school breaks. Please describe your availability for each day/time listed.
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