INTRODUCTION
ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED DURING THE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE LISTED BELOW:
July 5, 2013 to July 19, 2013
November 1, 2013 to November 15, 2013
Under supervision, the 3630 Librarian I performs journey level librarian work. The essential functions of this class include: providing information and direction on the use of library resources; performing reference work; supervising technical and clerical staff; performing selection, acquisition, cataloging or processing of library materials; writing letters, memos, reports, publications and other documents; participating in the development of collections in accordance with the San Francisco Public Library Collection Development Plan; interpreting library policy and responding to suggestions and inquiries; and assisting in policy formulation and implementation. Positions may also be responsible for developing positive community relations, and preparing programming and exhibitions.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
A Librarian I hired at the entry level step will receive a 5% step increase in pay after six months of service. The City & County of San Francisco anticipates frequent openings for entry-level librarian positions. Librarian I positions provide many rewarding opportunities in the main library and its branches throughout the City and promotional opportunities through the professional Librarian levels.
In addition to competitive salaries, the City offers exceptional benefit plans to full-time Librarian I employees that include: a choice of several comprehensive health and dental plans; a vision care plan; City-paid pre-tax retirement contribution; a variety of Tuition Reimbursement Plans; Credit Union membership; eleven paid holidays; three floating paid holidays after six months of service; ten paid vacation days and thirteen paid sick leave days after one year of service.
All employees hired on or after January 10, 2009 will be required (pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section A8.432) to contribute 2% of pre-tax compensation to fund retiree healthcare. In addition, most employees are required to make a member contribution towards retirement, typically a 7.5% of compensation. For more information on these provisions, please contact the personnel office of the hiring agency.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies (MLS/MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association. You must have already attained your degree and completed your Master's program in order to be eligible for this recruitment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
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Some positions require fluency in a variety of languages depending upon the department's bilingual needs. Eligibles who pass the bilingual proficiency test will be considered for bilingual positions. Applicants must indicate on the application form the language(s) in which they claim proficiency.
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Some positions require one year of experience in library services for children and youth.
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are being accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to begin the application process by registering an account.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are being accepted through an online process. Visit to begin the application process by registering an account.
- Click and select the desired job announcement
- Click on "Apply" and read and acknowledge the information
- Click on "I am a New User"
- Follow instructions given on the screen
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst Amber Lytle at (415) 557-4880 or by email at Amber.Lytle@sfgov.org.
Computer kiosks are located in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources, One South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA, for use by the public. The hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VERIFICATION: http://www.sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=20#verification
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education at any point in the application, examination or departmental selection process. [A copy of transcript or diploma must be submitted when requested.] Verification may be waived if impossible to obtain. Waiver requests will not automatically be granted, but will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
The City and County of San Francisco tests continuously for Class 3630 Librarian I. The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list in rank order.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
Using information provided in the Supplemental Applications, candidates will be evaluated to measure their relative knowledge, skill and ability levels in job-related areas which may include but not be limited to: knowledge of automated library systems, reference resources, and functional areas within the library; ability to plan, conduct and evaluate library programs and services; conduct reference and research work; conduct presentations; supervise staff; communicate both orally and in writing, interact with staff and the general public; conduct formal and informal training; and the ability to use a personal computer in a network environment. (Weight: 30%)
Possession of a Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies (MLS/MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association. (Weight: 70%)
CERTIFICATION RULE: The certification rule for the eligible list will be Rule of Three Scores.
ELIGIBLE LIST: The eligible list resulting from this examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals) as directed by the Human Resources Director.
The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 12 months, and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.
The Human Resources Director may approve use of the eligible list resulting from this selection process to make permanent Civil Service appointments to other position(s) involving the same or similar title in any department.
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.
CONCLUSION
BENEFITS
All employees hired on or after January 10, 2009 will be required (pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section A8.432) to contribute 2% of pre-tax compensation to fund retiree healthcare. In addition, most employees are required to make a member contribution towards retirement, typically a 7.5% of compensation. For more information on these provisions, please contact the personnel office of the hiring agency.
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