Librarian I

Description

Job Title: Librarian I

Salary   

$34.78 - $42.28 Hourly

$2,782.58 - $3,382.25 Biweekly

$6,028.93 - $7,328.20 Monthly

$72,347.16 - $87,938.40 Annually

Contra Costa County’s Library Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill vacancies for the Librarian I classification.
 
The Library is made up of nearly 400 employees serving 26 communities throughout Contra Costa County.  Its mission is to “Bring People and Ideas Together.”  The Library seeks to enrich lives by delivering a consistent, high quality, and inviting experience at all points of contact.
 
It is an innovative, entrepreneurial and dynamic civic institution that is committed to providing exceptional services to its communities.   The Library assumes critical roles in making the communities strong, equitable, resilient, and progressive.
 
The Library’s core goal is to champion personal and community engagement through literacy and reading.  It has implemented several programs to ensure easy, equitable access to library services for all.  This was exemplified by the Library saying “Farewell to Fines” at the beginning of 2019!   By promoting library services and programs to the community we meet our mission of “Bringing People and Ideas Together.”

Some Librarian I positions are located in a specific branch location. Other Librarian I positions are designated as Floater positions. 
 
The Librarian I Floater’s daily work locations/assignments will be determined by the Library Services Manager or Deputy County Librarian and will be based on branch need. Locations/assignments may include any of the 26 branch locations throughout the County or at Library Administration in Martinez. Assignments may be long-term or may change daily. Assignments are determined at least 24 hours in advance.

To apply to this job please visit:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/4625741/librarian-i 

Requirements

Education: Possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master’s Degree in Library Information Science (MLIS) from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Librarian Association (ALA).

 OR

Current enrollment in and completion of at least 75% of the units required to obtain an MLS or MLIS degree from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Librarian Association (ALA). Applicants will be required to verify eligibility by providing qualifying transcripts prior to employment.

Substitution of Education: Two (2) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience as a Library Assistant-Journey Level or Library Assistant-Advanced Level of Contra Costa County, or in a related position performing similar duties, AND possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required Master’s degree.

Other Requirements: Some positions may require candidates to possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.