Part Time Library Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $52,085.28 - $63,327.68 Annually
Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 26-E16-A
Department: County Library
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 02
Description
Under direct supervision, to perform routine shelving and standardized library physical tasks within established guidelines.
All current Library Page positions are Part-Time, 20 hours/week.
This recruitment is for future Library Page vacancies. The eligible list established will be used to fill vacancies as they occur.NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online examination, tentatively scheduled for the week of September 7, 2026.
Typical Tasks

• Sorts, shelves, shifts, and ensures library materials are correctly arranged following established procedures;

• Searches shelves for various library materials;

• Performs light clean-up within library, such as picking up litter and emptying waste receptacles; performs light maintenance on library equipment; and restocks public office and restroom supplies;

• Empties book drop and assists with electronically checking-in and resetting computer codes on library items;

• Packs, unpacks, and distributes library shipments and newspapers; uses automated materials handling system to process shipments and returned items;

• Labels, tapes, and stamps library materials;

• Uses copy machine to copy and collate;

• Assists in opening and closing procedures;

• Participates in meetings and safety trainings and follows library rules/guidelines;

• Assists in setting up community rooms for programs;

• Assists patrons in loading and unloading library materials and donations to and from vehicles;

• Assists patrons with basic questions related to materials, equipment, and services and refers patrons to appropriate staff for more extensive questions or service needs;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;

• May perform other related duties, as required.

Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:
Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to the completion of eighth grade.
Knowledge of:

• Alphabetical and numerical filing systems, such as the Dewey Decimal Classification System, to locate and organize materials;

• Basic computer use.

Ability to:

• Follow simple oral and written instructions in the English language;

• Learn routine library procedures, including operating library equipment such as computers;

• Communicate effectively;

• Work quickly and accurately with numbers and letters;

• Multi-task and prioritize assignments;

• Demonstrate attention to detail;

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds;
  
• Perform physically demanding work; stoop, bend, push, and stand for long periods of time.

• Willingness to work nights and weekends, as required.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
01
Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedDo you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

• Yes
• No

02
What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• None
• High School or GED equivalent
• College (1 to 29 semester units / 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester units / 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester units / 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester units / 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester units / 180 or more quarter units)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

03
Are you willing to work on a part-time basis?

• Yes
• No

04
As a Library Page, you may be required to lift and carry up to 30 pounds of materials. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you willing to work a regular schedule that includes one or more evenings and some type of weekend work?

• Yes
• No

06
Current regular County employees are not able to occupy more than one coded position at a time, even if one of the positions is part time. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No

07
Please complete this survey carefully. Your indicated responses will determine whether or not you will be referred for a specific position (i.e., geographical location). Please place a mark next to the location(s) in which you would be willing to work.

• Bookmobile
• Campbell Library
• Cupertino Library
• Gilroy Library
• Los Altos Library
• Milpitas Library
• Morgan Hill Library
• Saratoga Library
• Woodland Library in Los Altos
• Library Services and Support Center in Campbell

08
How did you find out/hear about this job?

• In Person Job Fair
• Contacted by County Recruiter
• Email Newsletter
• Virtual Event
• Community Event
• Social Media: Facebook or Instagram
• County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
• Student Career Center
• Handshake
• Professional Association
• Contacted by an External Staffing Firm
• Hospital Website
• Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
• Governmentjobs.com
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Employee Referral: Friends, Families and Coworkers
• County of Santa Clara Career Website
• Other (Specify in the next question)

09
How did you find out about this job? If "Other" is selected: Please describe how you heard about this job.
Required Question