LIBRARIAN I​/II

City of Murrieta – Librarian I/II (Youth Services)

Location:

Murrieta, California, United States.

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The City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the Librarian I/II position to fill one current vacancy for the Murrieta Public Library Divisions – Youth Services. The position is open for one year on an eligibility list.

Librarian I – $6,251 – $7,599 Monthly.
Librarian II – $6,901 – $8,388 Monthly.

• Develop, facilitate, and provide a full range of library services, programs, and outreach primarily for youth aged 0‑12 in the community.
• Plan and deliver programming for children; provide reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Support collection development and cataloging; foster warm, inviting connections with children, caregivers, and community partners through outreach and engagement.
• Plan and run projects that meet evolving community needs and technology changes.
• Provide guidance and training to lower level staff and volunteers.
• Assist in collection development activities including material selection, weeding, and periodical selection.
• Maintain and troubleshoot electronic and online resources; prepare library activity reports and statistics.
• Participate in meetings, committees, professional development, and community outreach.
• Perform volunteer coordination and leadership responsibilities.
• Adhere to City safety rules and federal/state/local laws.
• Other duties as assigned related to library operations.

• Provide reference and readers advisory services, assistance with research, and library instruction.
• Develop and evaluate library services and programs.
• Catalog and index a variety of print and digital materials.
• Manage acquisitions and lending activities.
• Plan and supervise volunteer programs.
• Use computer systems, software applications, and digital tools to support library services.
• Respond to user inquiries, patron requests, and community needs.
• Prepare reports and statistical summaries on library usage.
• Support departmental and citywide service improvement initiatives.

Education: Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent credential.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional librarian experience for Librarian II; equivalent experience for Librarian I.

Licenses &

Certifications:

Reliable transportation to attend city meetings and site visits; ability to obtain a valid driver’s license if required.

Physical Demands: Standard office duties with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. All employment practices are administered to prevent discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.