Job Description and Duties

Are you a librarian interested in applying and developing your skill sets and experience in a challenging and professionally rewarding position providing research and information services to the California State Legislature and the Governor's Office?

As a team, we value intersectionality, and we apply the core concepts of equity, inclusion, and accessibility to our work product and the way we treat each other. We communicate collaboratively to meet one another's needs regardless of social positioning or privilege, and we respect each other's time, effort, skill, and perspective.

We approach challenges as learning opportunities for all. We promote a sense of belonging by treating one another with fairness and honesty.

Under the direction of the CRB Principal Librarian (Assistant Director), the incumbent is responsible for researching and responding to assigned requests with a focus on accuracy, consistently high customer service, and timeliness; to identify and champion the adoption of appropriate tools, systems, training and best practices related to the management of research data, including but not limited to, data acquisition, archiving, and preservation for re-use.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

While the team is working almost completely remotely from home, travel may be required for scheduled meetings, trainings, presentations, and other operational purposes.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR LIBRARIAN

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-438902

Position #(s):

175-100-2943-005

Working Title:

Senior Research Data Librarian

Classification:

SENIOR LIBRARIAN

$4,910.00 - $7,374.00

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Pending Budget Approval.

The California State Library serves the people of California in several ways and is made up of the Administrative Services Bureau, the California Research Bureau, State Library Services, the Information Technology Bureau and Library Development Services.

These bureaus ensure that the California State Library is the central reference and research library for state government and the Legislature and provides non-partisan research to the Legislature and the Governor. The California State Library collects, preserves, generates and disseminates information ranging from California's priceless historical items to today's online texts, and it advises, consults with, and provides technical assistance to California's public libraries, all while directing state and federal funds to support local public libraries and statewide library programs, and services.

The State Library is home to public reading rooms including Information Services, Government Publications, the Law Library, the Braille and Talking Book Library, and the California History Room. It also plays host to Night at the State Library, annual community events like Juneteenth, the Archives Crawl, Museum Day and exhibits you won't find anywhere else! Learn more by visiting California State Library website.

The California Research Bureau (CRB) at the California State Library ensures that the Governor and members of the Legislature have their policy inquiries met with top-tier nonpartisan research. The mission of the California Research Bureau is to provide nonpartisan and confidential public policy research for the Governor's Office and the State Legislature and to advance equitable access via statewide initiatives, including CRB Nexus and the California Homeless Youth Project.

Parking information can be found at: DGS managed parking facilities City of Sacramento parking map

Department Website: http://www.library.ca.gov

Special Requirements

If you have not yet completed the first criteria of establishing List Eligibility, please see the following link(s) for directions in taking the CalHR exam before applying for the position:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2125

Questions about the exam? Please email exams@library.ca.gov. Thank you!

THE EXAMS INBOX IS FOR EXAMINATION APPLICATIONS ONLY. IF YOU SUBMIT YOUR JOB APPLICATION TO THE EXAM INBOX, IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE JOB POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ON HOW TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/17/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA State Library

Attn: Recruitment

Human Resources Services Office

P.O. Box 942837

Sacramento, CA 94237

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA State Library

Recruitment

Human Resources Services Office

900 N Street, First Floor Drop Box

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

• Other - Cover Letter

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

Experience with: legal and/or public policy reference, data, and research materials; familiarity with state, local and federal government and governances; strong research skills and process. Ability to: work independently and collaboratively as part of a team; complete projects on short notice and adapt to changes in priorities or deadlines; write clearly, concisely and accurately.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program and monthly transportation voucher. Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees!

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.library.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Julia Gaston

(916) 603-7218

julia.gaston@library.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Alicia Sabado

(916) 603-7193

alicia.sabado@library.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.