Librarian I - Access to City Employment (ACE) (3630)

The Access to City Employment Program (ACE) seeks to hire qualified individuals with a disability into permanent entry-level jobs outside the normal civil service selection process. To be hired through the ACE Program, individuals must meet the minimum qualifications of the job and provide a Certification of Disability from the California Department of Rehabilitation or a Veterans Preference Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. To learn more about the Access to City Employment Program (ACE) requirement, please visit: https://careers.sf.gov/interest/access-city-employment/ 

Definition: Under supervision, performs beginning level professional library work, and performs related duties as required. Requires responsibility for: Explaining and carrying out assigned duties within the framework of established methods and procedures; making regular contacts with the general public, outside organizations and library personnel in connection with library activities and operations; maintaining a continued awareness of current reading trends and literature.

Distinguishing Features: The class of Librarian I differs from Library Technician II in that this class is responsible for performing beginning level professional work such as making recommendations regarding the selection and maintenance of library materials in an assigned area; performing beginning level reference work; carrying out community programs to promote use of and interest in the library.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties: According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. 1. Assists patrons in locating and using library facilities and materials, in selecting materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions. 2. Recommends library materials to be purchased, repaired or discarded; may be responsible for the selection and maintenance of library materials of assigned section(s) of the collection and suggests which materials shall be non-circulating materials. 3. Performs reference work; performs research; performs readers advisory; prepares detailed bibliographies, book lists and other information; teaches patrons to access and use digital resources. 4. Plans and conducts programs and outreach for children, young adults, and adults; meets with educators; visits and works with various adult and community groups to promote the use of and interest in the library. 5. Catalogs and classifies library material; determines and assigns main entry, cross references and subject headings; adapts Library cataloging records for the library and participates in determining cataloging policy. 6. Writes reports and correspondence; may supervise the maintenance and/or preparation of various files and records. 7. Plans or assists in planning and setting up displays and exhibits; assists in maintaining a pleasant and orderly atmosphere in the branch or department. 8. May supervise subordinate staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Modern library methods, procedures and techniques, and knowledge of the role of a public library in the community. Ability and Skill to: Work courteously and effectively with library patrons and outside organizations; evaluate a wide variety of library materials; educate, advise, and instruct library patrons in the use of library facilities and materials; locate information and materials; maintain files, records and prepare reports; may require the ability to supervise.

Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement. To learn more about the Access to City Employment Program (ACE) requirement, please visit: https://careers.sf.gov/interest/access-city-employment/ 

Education: Possession of a Master’s Degree in library and information studies (e.g. MLS/MLIS) from a college or university program accredited by the American Library Association

Conviction History: As a selected candidate for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a selected candidate. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances, such as: Candidates for positions with the Unified School District and the Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code. Candidates for positions with the Recreation and Park Department may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under California Public Resources Code 5164. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are a selected candidate, the hiring department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

Disaster Service Workers: All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.