Teen Service Library Assistant Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Why Join Team SB Are you looking for an opportunity to grow professionally while serving your community. Join the City of San Bernardino's Library Department as a Library Assistant. About the City: As a future member of our team, you'll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum.

Located in the heart of Southern California's Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in the region, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history - shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences - continues to inspire the city's evolving identity. San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options.

It's a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose - and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful. About the Position: The City of San Bernardino is seeking service-focused, self-motivated individuals to fill two full-time Library Assistant vacancies within the Library Department's Animakerspace Program. This entry-level position performs routine technical, clerical, and customer service duties in support of library operations.

Employees assigned to the Literacy Division will primarily support Animakerspace programming and literacy services, including instructional classes, group visits, equipment demonstrations, volunteer coordination, and community outreach. The position requires the ability to learn and apply a variety of library procedures, guidelines, machinery, and software. What You'll Be Doing Here The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is creative, dependable, and service-oriented, with strong communication and organizational skills.

They enjoy working with people of all ages and are comfortable learning and demonstrating Animakerspace equipment, animatronics, and software. The successful candidate will work well independently and collaboratively, provide excellent customer service, and enthusiastically support library programs, group visits, and community outreach. A Day in the Life: A typical day may include preparing and supporting instructional classes, assisting patrons with Animakerspace equipment, coordinating group visits, and overseeing volunteers.

The Library Assistant will also assist with literacy programs, outreach activities, and general library services while maintaining a welcoming, safe, and organized environment. Animakerspace Assignments Include: Coordinate instructional classes and regular programs for all ages utilizing the Animakerspace machines, animatronics, and supplies. Assist in coordinating Animakerspace group visits for K-12th grade students and adults.

Train and oversee Animakerspace part-time staff and volunteers on a variety of machinery and software. Participate in outreach activities and library and Literacy Division services. Perform other duties as assigned.

The Typical Animakerspace Schedule Is: Monday and Tuesday from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm or 11:30 am to 8:00 pm Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Library is closed Fridays and Sundays. Full-time Library Assistants work five eight-hour shifts per week, including one evening shift and Saturdays. The schedule is subject to change based on Animakerspace programming, outreach, tours, or other library needs.

Click here to view the full Library Assistant job description. What You Need to Qualify Education and Experience: High School Diploma, GED; and two (2) years of progressively responsible paid or volunteer library experience or other customer service or clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid California driver's license is required.

Desirable Qualifications: 1 year or more of program experience and 2 years or more of customer service experience OR 3 years or more of library experience. Physical Requirements: Employees work in a library setting where, the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to manipulate, handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment, reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Recruitment Timeline This recruitment will close on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 11:59 pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. 1st Interview: Week of September 7, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE) 2nd Interview: Week of September 14, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE) **All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer** How to Apply and What to Expect Next All applicants are required to submit an online application through the City's official website at www.sbcity.org

This recruitment will remain open until August 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification.

While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application. Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement.

Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position. Pre-Employment Process may include, but is not limited to: Application Review Oral Exam Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Pre-employment Medical Exam, including drug test Employment/Professional Reference Check E-Verify Participation: The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program.

In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States. Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee's Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov Disclaimers: The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909) 384-5161.

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Human Resources at 909-998-2060 or email Stephanie Rivera at rivera_es@sbcity.org Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.