Part Time Kern County Fire Department Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $3,031.60 Monthly
Location : 101 Main St., Buttonwillow, CA
Job Type: Part time
Job Number: 10125
Department: LIBRARY
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
AMENDED 08-17-26
Shift - Library branches may be open various days and hours of the week, to include evenings and weekends.
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:

• Written Exam: will be conducted onSeptember 9, 2026.

Examinations:
Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of alphabetical and numerical sequences, Dewey Decimal system, basic math, customer service principles, and other relevant subjects.
Applicants must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Completion of the tenth grade and ability to obtain a work permit if necessary; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.Full Job Description:
About Kern County
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Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at Library. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:

• The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
• The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
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I understand that this is a part-time position and I am willing to work part-time.

• Yes
• No

02
I am willing to accept employment at the Buttonwillow Library Branch location.

• Yes
• No

03
I am willing to work shift work for the Kern County Library, defined on the job posting as:Shift Work: Library branches may be open various days and hours of the week, to include evenings and weekends.

• Yes
• No

Required Question