ASSISTANT CITY LIBRARIAN

The City of Torrance invites your interest in the position of Assistant City Librarian! Monthly Salary Range $9,958 (Minimum) - $13,198 (Reference) - $15,180 (Maximum) Appointment to the position is made between the minimum and reference point depending on qualifications. The Department The mission of the Community Services Department is to enrich the community through the provision of recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities for persons of all abilities. The goals of the Department are to provide stewardship of the City’s public open space including parks; to provide materials and services in a variety of formats that satisfy the educational, information, recreational, and cultural needs of our diverse community supporting lifelong independent learning; and to serve as a center for community information, services and activities in easily accessible locations throughout the community. A philosophy of community and customer services continues to provide the focus for our efforts. The Community Services Department offers Torrance residents the unique opportunity to help achieve a sense of purpose, identity, self-worth, and improved self-esteem within the specialized areas of Cultural Arts, Library, Parks, and Recreation. The Department has five divisions: Library, Administrative, Cultural, Recreation, and Parks. The Community Services Department is a diverse organization ranging from maintenance of parks facilities and grounds, development of open space, recreational programming, continuous public education in library services, and cultural services with unique features such as a local museum. The Division The Torrance Public Library provides outstanding services, exceptional resources, and accessible spaces to support an independent, literate, and informed community. The Library Services Division dedicates itself to providing a diverse range of educational resources that reflect community needs. It remains committed to offering materials, programs, and services that respond to the interests and priorities of the community. The Library Commission, along with various community groups, also plays an important role in representing and advocating for the interests of neighborhood libraries. The Position The Assistant City Librarian serves as a key member of the Library’s leadership team, reporting directly to the City Librarian and overseeing a team of up to five staff. This position is responsible for strategic program management, budget oversight, daily operations, staff supervision and development, and fostering positive employee relations, while also serving as a liaison to the community. Assistant City Librarians support the Library Services Division’s mission to deliver responsive, high-quality educational resources and programs aligned with community needs. Working collaboratively with the City Librarian and other leadership staff, they help implement the Library’s strategic plan and ensure exceptional patron services across all service areas. The role requires flexibility to function in either Public Services or Operations and to act on behalf of the City Librarian when needed. In the Operations area, responsibilities include oversight of technology systems and automation, digital services and web management, collection development, technical and circulation services, facilities and safety management, emergency preparedness, and budget administration. In Public Services, the role focuses on branch supervision, adult and youth programming, community outreach, partnerships with community groups and commissions, grant-supported services, and volunteer coordination. Overall, the Assistant City Librarian plays a critical role in advancing library services, strengthening community connections, and ensuring efficient, innovative, and customer-focused operations. For more information about the duties of the position, click here. Employee Benefits Employee Benefits, discounts, and incentives are available. Please click here for more information.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge and abilities would be: Four years of professional library experience, including at least two years of experience supervising professional library staff; and a Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA accredited college or university. License and/or Certificates Must possess and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver’s license. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Alabama Libraries