Overview
3618 (C00366) LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT II — City and County of San Francisco. This is a citywide exam for the Library Technical Assistant II position. The role supports library operations, patron services, cataloging, technical library work, and related duties under supervision.
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Job Details
Salary Range : $95,264 to $115,830. Recruitment ID : CBT-3618-C00366. Cert Rule – Rule of 10. Application Opening : 9 / 29 / 2025. Application Deadline : 10 / 13 / 25 (unpublishes at 12 : 01 AM). Questions : hana.mendoza@sfgov.org. This announcement is Citywide and subject to Civil Service rules.
Important Contacts and How to Apply
Where to Apply : All applications must be submitted through the online portal at https : / / careers.sf.gov / . Ensure information matches your legal ID. If you have questions, contact the exam analyst : Hana Mendoza at hana.mendoza@sfgov.org. Notification emails come from notification@smartrecruiters.com.
Note : Falsifying information or incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a City application. The recruitment includes a banked-score provision and an eligible list process described in the announcement.
Responsibilities
- Supervises subordinate personnel and coordinates their assignments to meet department needs.
- Processes orders, overdue accounts, library card applications, requests for library material, new books, additional copies, serials, and other library material.
- Assists patrons in person, by telephone and correspondence regarding library policies and procedures; under supervision, assists with routine questions and locating library materials.
- Searches for library materials; obtains information from bibliographies, files, records, and other sources.
- Conducts preliminary cataloging; makes proper entry of new serials; assigns Cutter numbers; files and maintains records.
- Performs clerical tasks : writes correspondence, types, records money, and handles invoices with vendors / publishers as needed.
- Manages circulation and disposition of library material; assists in opening / closing and maintaining orderly workspaces; participates in inventory and shelf checks.
- Assists in creating and displaying reference materials and resources; may help prepare exhibits or publicity material.
- May troubleshoot and maintain the Library's website, intranet and other electronic media systems; may organize audio, video, images, and graphics; provide technical training to staff as needed.
- Under the supervision of a librarian, may be responsible for day-to-day operations of a reading center.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications (as stated in the announcement) :
An A.A. degree with a major in Library Information Technology AND one year of full-time verifiable experience in technical library work (technical services, circulation, cataloging, or information services) equivalent to the duties of Library Technical Assistant I in SF.OR Completion of a Library Information Technology certificate AND two years of full-time verifiable library experience, at least one year in technical library work, equivalent to Library Technical Assistant I.OR Three years of full-time verifiable library experience, at least one year in technical library work, equivalent to Library Technical Assistant I.Special Conditions : Some positions may require bilingual skills; a language proficiency test may be administered. Some positions require lifting up to 50 pounds, and some may require a valid California driver’s license. Some positions may require evening / weekend work and may be located at various Library locations.
Verification : Applicants may be asked to verify education / experience. See https : / / careers.sf.gov / knowledge / experience-education / for details. Falsification may lead to disqualification. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City application.
Selection Procedures
The selection process includes :
Application and Preliminary Questionnaire; additional assessments may be required.Core Multiple Choice Examination (weight 80%) covering library knowledge, procedures, software, and related areas; andBasic Supervisory Exam (weight 20%) covering supervisory practices and customer service.Passing scores on both exams are required for eligibility on the list. Some candidates may be scheduled for additional position-specific procedures.Banked Score : Scores are banked for three years and may be reused for future announcements.
Additional Information
Eligibility list duration is 12 months, with potential extension.Terms of Announcement and Appeal rights detailed in the Civil Service rules.Equal Employment Opportunity statement and other employment information included.The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
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