3630-Librarian I

Under supervision, the 3630 Librarian I performs beginning level professional librarian work.

• Assisting patrons in locating and using library facilities, equipment, technology, and materials, in selecting materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions.
• Recommending library materials to be purchased, repaired, or weeded; deciding whether weeded materials should be discarded or selected for community redistribution.
• Performing reference work in person, via phone, chat, email, and mail; performing research and readers advisory; preparing detailed bibliographies, book lists and other information; teaching patrons to access, evaluate, and use digital resources, library equipment, technology, and digital devices.
• Planning, conducting, evaluating, and promoting programs, group visits, classes, and outreach for community members; meeting with educators; collaborating with various community groups to promote the use of and interest in the library, and representing and promoting the library at community events and on social media.
• Cataloging and classifying library material; creating metadata; determining and assigning main entry, cross references, and subject headings; adapting Library cataloging records for the library and participating in determining cataloging policy.
• Planning or assisting in planning and setting up programs, displays, and exhibits; promoting and merchandizing library collections.
• Participating in maintaining a welcoming, safe, and orderly atmosphere in the branch or department.
• Supporting digital content management; participating in digitization initiatives projects, programing, and collection development.
• May participate in committees to enhance library services or promote professional development.

Education:

Possession of a master's degree in library and information sciences (e.g. MLS/MLIS) from a college, university, or program accredited by the American Library Association.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

You must have already attained your degree and completed your master's degree in Library and Information Sciences to be eligible for this recruitment.

Qualifying education must be verified by a legible copy of your diploma showing major OR transcripts showing coursework completed. The diploma and/or transcripts must show your name, the name of the institution, and the conferral date of your master's degree. Please attach your diploma and/or transcripts showing coursework completed to your application.

The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position(s) to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this class code.

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

Note:

Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Note:

Some positions in this class are subject to irregular work schedules and may require evening and/or weekend work; and require constant public contact. Positions in this classification may be required to work at various locations within the library system.