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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time library in Davis, CA is $20.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time library job?

Part-time library jobs are roles within libraries that require employees to work fewer hours than a traditional full-time schedule, often ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week. These positions can include jobs such as library assistants, clerks, shelvers, or even part-time librarians. Responsibilities typically involve helping patrons, shelving books, checking materials in and out, and assisting with library programs. Part-time roles are ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking flexible working hours. Benefits and requirements for these jobs can vary depending on the library and location.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by part time library staff?

Part-time library staff are often responsible for assisting patrons with locating materials, checking items in and out, shelving books, and helping to maintain an organized, welcoming environment. A common challenge is balancing peak times when multiple patrons require assistance, especially during busy periods or special events. Additionally, part-time employees may need to quickly adapt to new technologies and library systems, as well as collaborate with full-time staff to ensure smooth daily operations. This role is a great opportunity to build customer service and organizational skills in a supportive, community-focused setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time library assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Library Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic literacy and computer proficiency, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library catalog systems (such as Koha or Sierra), digital archives, and office equipment is typically required. Strong customer service, communication skills, and a collaborative attitude help you engage effectively with patrons and team members. These abilities ensure efficient library operations and a positive experience for library users.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Library job openings in Davis, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,001 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Adjunct Librarian Pool

Los Rios Community College District

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$48.37 - $146.67/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Salary: $48.37 - $146.67 Hourly
Location : (DO) 1919 Spanos Ct, Sacramento, CA 95825
Job Type: Faculty - ADJ
Job Number: REQ00007
College: District Office
Opening Date: 07/01/2024
Closing Date: 5/31/2027 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LRCFT
Faculty Track: Non-Tenure Track
Beginning (on or about): 07/01/2024
Hours per Week: To be determined.
Campus Website: https://losrios.edu/about-los-rios/our-values
Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours.
Additional Salary Information: Initial salary within a given range varies, depending upon units/degrees completed at accredited institutions and experience. Candidates who do not hold the minimum degree requirement may start at a salary lower than posted. Please see Position Summary for additional information.
Position Summary
The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs.
Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: coordination of library services and/or teaching assigned classes, if assigned, under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.
Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here
Typical Duties
Public Services Librarian:
In collaboration with the other librarians, the Public Services Librarian may be responsible for, but not limited to:
  • Providing reference and information services to students and staff.
  • Providing library instruction in a variety of settings and formats.
  • Maintaining up-to-date instruction materials for print and on-line library resources.
  • Selecting materials in subject areas for print, media, and digital collections.

The Public Services Librarian may also be involved or take the lead in coordinating one or more of the following:
  • Reference desk scheduling
  • Instructional programs and services
  • Circulation policy and procedures
  • Marketing of library services
  • Assessment of library programs and services
  • Services to the Outreach Centers and Distance Education

Public Services Librarian (Special Collections):
The Public Services Librarian (Special Collections) duties may include, but not limited to:
  • Assisting students, faculty, staff, and outside researchers in accessing the collections.
  • Processing new archival acquisitions, including determining if items meet criteria under the collection development policy for inclusion in the collection.
  • Planning and overseeing digitization projects.
  • Engaging with diverse college-level programs to promote use of the collections.
  • Raising visibility of the collections on various platforms including the college website, marketing materials, and the library discovery platform.
  • Creating finding aids, catalog records, and other access tools using appropriate metadata standards.
  • Ensuring that visitors observe policies and practices pertinent to Special Collections.
  • Recommending changes to existing policies and practices in order to further goals such as preservation, access, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Public Services Librarian (Technical Services):
The Public Services Librarian (Technical Services) duties may include, but not limited to:
  • Cataloging, including description, authority verification, subject headings, and call number assignment of print and non-print materials and web resources not located in the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) database.
  • Evaluating and edit copy cataloging located in the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) database.
  • Authority file maintenance, database cleanup projects, and collection evaluation.
  • Working occasionally at the reference desk may also be required on an as needed basis.
  • Providing reference and information services to students and staff.
  • Providing library instruction to students in a variety of settings and formats.
  • Designing instructional materials.
  • Selecting materials and maintaining an up-to-date collection in subject areas for print, media, and digital collections.
  • Using existing and emerging technologies to enhance library services and instruction.
  • Fostering and developing information competency skills for students.
  • Marketing library resources and programs to students and faculty.
  • Promoting and maintaining an effective learning environment in the library.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific courses offered may vary by campus. Courses for this assignment may include:
  • LIBR 318 Library Research and Information Literacy
  • LIBR 325 Internet Research Skills
  • LIBR 494 Topics in Library Science

To view a complete list of courses for each discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage specific to each campus:

Minimum Qualifications
  1. Master's in library science, library and information science, OR the equivalent.* All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
  2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

*NOTES:
  • Degree titles must match the stated minimum qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If your degree title is not exactly the sameas one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications above, you must submit documentation for "equivalency" to be considered for the position. If you fail to submit this documentation and your degree title does not match, you will be disqualified.
  • Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must include the equivalency review request form detailing and explaining how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degree(s) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please visit our website for the form and information on the equivalency determination process.
  • If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. If you do not attach a copy of your determination form or letter you will be disqualified. If you have misplaced your copy please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:
  1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
  2. Letter of Interest
  3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  4. Unofficial Transcripts from College/University and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see additional instructions)

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:
  • Applications submitted without all required documents listed above will be disqualified.
  • Applications submitted with additional materials NOT requested will be disqualified.
  • Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
  • Applicants indicating "see resume" on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
  • ONLY copies of transcripts from a US College/University or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. Please DO NOT include any foreign transcripts.
  • Individuals who have completed college/university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents, even if the foreign document has been accepted by another college/university in the United States.
  • Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.
  • Graduate advising documents, certificate of degrees, diplomas, and grade reports will not be accepted as transcripts.

Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.
Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalSTRS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.
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