Librarian

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THROUGH CALOPPS: https://www.calopps.org/sacramento-public-library/job-20251015

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH really WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

ATTENTION Experienced and New MLIS Graduates!!

Experienced librarians and candidates that will graduate with their Masters in Library Science by December 2022 are welcome to apply. Candidates must have a completed Masters in Library Science prior to appointment to a position.

This recruitment will close at 11:59pm on Monday, July 4, 2022.

Non-exempt, Union Represented, Full-Time position

Do you want to be a part of an award winning team? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, all age’s literacy, amazing customer service and exciting programming? Sacramento Public Library is interviewing for our Librarian hiring list. We have an immediate need for librarians, and this list will be used to fill librarian positions over the next 6-12 months.

Our community varies from rural to urban and suburban. We welcome diversity and bilingual skills are always a PLUS. We also offer 5% bilingual pay to qualified employees. If you're one of the best of the best, we want to meet you.

The Sacramento Public Library is the fourth largest library system in California, serving more than 1.4 million residents in the City and County of Sacramento, including the incorporated cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Isleton, and Rancho Cordova. The system is a Joint Powers Authority, governed by a 15 member board comprised of elected officials from each of the member jurisdictions, with representation based on each jurisdiction's population. The Authority operates 28 libraries, including the Central Library in downtown Sacramento, has over 300 staff members, contains a collection of 1.5 million volumes and an annual budget of $37 million. More than 700 thousand residents have library cards and 8 million items are circulated annually. The Library welcomes more than 4 million visitors annually. This is a great opportunity for qualified applicants.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university;
• No experience necessary;

Other Requirements:

• A valid Class C Driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.
• Skill in operating relevant computer systems, including hardware and software; current audio-visual equipment; and office machines.
• Position may require some travel throughout the library service area;
• May require working evening and weekend shifts;

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.52 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 precautions are continuously being evaluated and updated as needed. Masks and social distancing are currently optional for staff and customers. Staff also perform a daily health check prior to starting their shift.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sacramento, CA 95814: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: One location