Librarian- Justice, Department of

Date of Announcement:June 10, 2010
Submit Applications By:June 24, 2010
Class Title:LIBRARIAN (positions 1)
Type of Appointment:PERMANENT
Time Base:FULL TIME
Shift:Day Shift [PSN: 420-043-2951-001] (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Work Week:Monday - Friday
Bureau/Section/Program:Law Library Services
City:SAN FRANCISCO

Duties:
Under the general supervision of the Supervising Librarian I, the Librarian may perform the following duties: provides reference and research assistance to legal staff using both traditional book research and computer assisted legal research; original and copy cataloging; assists with collection development and is responsible for stack maintenance including weeding of obsolete materials; coordinates interlibrary loan requests; conducts library orientation of new legal staff and coordinates and/or provides Lexis and Westlaw training; assists the Supervising Librarian I with special projects.
Desirable Qualifications:
Graduation from college or university and completion of a graduate degree from an accredited library school is required. Experience in a law library, special library, or familiarity with legal materials. Knowledge of cataloging and classification principles. Good computer skills and knowledge of library and non library computer programs, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, online bibliographic systems, and online legal research (Lexis, Westlaw, PACER and the Internet). Ability to work cooperatively and tactfully with staff; demonstrated 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 organizational skills. Good attendance and punctuality are required.
Additional Job Related Information:
The following is a list of additional features related to this job opportunity.
•A fingerprint check will be required.
•A 60-day candidate pool will be established for subsequent vacancies.
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Who May Apply
DOJ AND OTHER: Individuals who are currently in this classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reachable on a current employment list for this classification, or former state employees with reinstatement eligibility.

SROA/SURPLUS: Individuals with SROA/Surplus status. Surplus candidates must submit a copy of their Surplus letter.
All interested applicants must submit a standard state application (STD 678) resume to:
Department of Justice
1300 I Street, Suite 820
Sacramento, CA 95814
ATTN: Selina Sosa

California Relay (Telephone) Service
for the Deaf or Hearing-Impaired:
From TDD Phones: 1-800-735-2929
From Voice Phones: 1-800-735-2922 Contact Information:Selina Sosa
(916) 322-9242