Librarian I is the entry-level in the professional librarian series.

Librarian II is the journey level in the professional librarian series. Two years of professional library experience at the Librarian I level or equivalent is required.

Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, Vietnamese, ASL or other community languages is desired, and may be required for some assignments.

Equivalent to a master’s degree in library science, library and information services, or similar curriculum, issued by a college or university accredited by the American Library Association is preferred. Progressively responsible-related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

While possession of valid class “C” California driver’s license is not required, incumbents may need to report to different job sites and travel to offsite outreach, events, etc. Ability to report to different locations during the workday to perform the essential functions of the position may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and at a computer station. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.