Job Description

Job Description and Duties

If you love a challenge, enjoy research, and are looking for an environment that values creative problem solving and critical thinking skills, this could be the position for

you! We are seeking a highly motivated, dedicated and hard-working individual who successfully works in a team environment to provide exceptional service to the Department of Justice, Law Library Services.

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the San Francisco library. Oversees all aspects of acquisitions, serials control, and library maintenance for the San Francisco library, including updating, review and maintenance of catalog databases, check-in and processing, loose-leaf filing, stack maintenance, and evaluation of library holdings and obsolete materials. Provides reference and research assistance to the San Francisco Attorney General’s staff, and legal staff statewide, including both traditional book research and computer assisted legal research, i.e. LexisNexis, Westlaw, Courtlink, Intranet/Internet and other digital technologies. Responds to interlibrary loan and document delivery requests from the San Francisco legal office staff. Assists with compilation of legislative histories for San Francisco legal staff. Provides library and research orientation and training for new legal staff and law student interns. Coordinates and/or provides training for research materials in all formats.

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Working Conditions

This position offers a hybrid schedule, i.e. combined remote and in-office work schedules. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. 

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-485945) and the title of the position in the “Examination of Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education and duties. All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Graduation from college or university and completion of a graduate degree from an accredited library school is highly desired.
• Experience in a law library, special library, or familiarity with legal materials.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of library and non-library computer skills including word processing, database management, online bibliographic systems, and online legal research (Lexis, Westlaw, and the internet).
• Ability to work cooperatively and tactfully with staff
• Demonstrate initiative and willingness to assume increased responsibility
• Ability to write and communicate effectively
• Use of tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
• Ability to handle a variety of projects simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize work
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to demonstrate good attendance and punctuality

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

EXAMINATION LINK:

Please click on the link below to access the Librarian Exam Bulletin:

Please Note: You will not receive your examination results instantaneously. Your results will be accessible through your CalCareers account three (3) to six (6) weeks after the applicable cutoff date. Please check your CalCareers account to ensure timely receipt of communications

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.

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