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Salary : $71,130.54 - $98,054.32 Annually
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Expedited
Job Number: 260486B2
Department: Library Services
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 10/19/26 - Blind application and supplemental scoring
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Burbank Public Library is seeking a full-time Workforce Librarian to support our Job Connect program. The ideal candidate would have experience working with people seeking employment and strong customer service skills for handling one-on-one career counseling sessions. They would also feel comfortable with outreach and creating partnerships with local businesses and creating programs to support job seekers. This person will work 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, and will have collection development and reference desk assignments along with their workforce duties. Sound good? Come join us!
Under direction, to provide professional library service; and perform related work as required.
Essential Functions
Selects print, audio-visual, digital, and other non-print materials for youth and adults; plans, coordinates, and presents appropriate library programs; creates displays, bulletin boards, and exhibits for the public; provides in-depth reference service and readers' advisory to library users; interacts congenially with the public in person, online, and over the telephone; instructs public in use of online catalog and other library technology and resources; conducts library and bibliographic instruction; performs electronic database and Internet searching; oversees and may train volunteers; may supervise a library branch or section in the absence of a Supervising Librarian or Senior Librarian; tracks library programming budgets; maintains library catalogs, statistics, accounts, and other reports and records; prepares and conducts children's story times, classroom visits, community outreach visits, and presentations for City departments, staff, community groups, and the public; chairs and coordinates committees and meetings as needed; monitors and posts on social media and the website; participates in continuing education and technical training to enhance skills and keep current in the profession; locates and retrieves materials from shelves at various height levels; supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; drives on City business.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of current trends and practices in public library services to youth and adults; general and specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults; library automation systems; online research; readers' advisory theory and methodology; principles and methods of collection development; basic governmental budgeting; record keeping; principles and practices of supervision; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in order to effectively perform the essential functions of this classification (this is not a language restriction as defined in California Government Code Section 12951).
Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment as a team member; supervise and train others; interact and communicate considerately with a diverse population; tactfully and effectively handle highly emotional and volatile customer relations situations; enforce library rules and call emergency services as required; address and mediate patron complaints and issues; follow instructions and directions; create and conduct informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations; post on social media and update City website; show initiative in problem solving; work independently under direction; work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours; manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet; maintain a safe working environment; travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education/Training: A Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications: Bilingual or multilingual.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
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You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Librarian. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
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I certify that the Supplemental Questionnaire responses are my own and were not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or any other automated tool. I understand that submitting responses that are not my own may result in disqualification from the selection process or removal from employment consideration.

• Yes, I certify that the responses provided are my own.

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Describe what makes you feel this is the right position for you and why you are right for this position. Include what applicable experience, education and skills make you a great choice.
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Imagine you are working with a library patron who is trying to change careers. Please share five questions you might ask the patron to help them gain insight into what they would want to do next.
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Please describe a program idea you have to support local entrepreneurs. List the steps you would take to plan the program and ensure it's success.
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What three trends do you think are most likely to affect public library services for job seekers and entrepreneurs in the next five years? Describe how you would respond to each trend.
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program?

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I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.

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