San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City’s commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.
THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM
- Application Opening: August 14, 2026
- Application Deadline: This job ad will close no sooner than September 4, 2026
Role description
Under supervision, the 3630 Librarian I performs beginning level professional librarian work. The essential functions of this class include but are not limited to:
- Assisting patrons in locating and using library facilities, equipment, technology, and materials, in selecting materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions.
- Recommending library materials to be purchased, repaired, or weeded; deciding whether weeded materials should be discarded or selected for community redistribution.
- Performing reference work in person, via phone, chat, email, and mail; performing research and readers advisory; preparing detailed bibliographies, book lists and other information; teaching patrons to access, evaluate, and use digital resources, library equipment, technology, and digital devices.
- Planning, conducting, evaluating, and promoting programs, group visits, classes, and outreach for community members; meeting with educators; collaborating with various community groups to promote the use of and interest in the library, and representing and promoting the library at community events and on social media.
- Cataloging and classifying library material; creating metadata; determining and assigning main entry, cross references, and subject headings; adapting Library cataloging records for the library and participating in determining cataloging policy.
- Planning or assisting in planning and setting up programs, displays, and exhibits; promoting and merchandizing library collections.
- Participating in maintaining a welcoming, safe, and orderly atmosphere in the branch or department.
- Supporting digital content management; participating in digitization initiatives projects, programing, and collection development.
- May participate in committees to enhance library services or promote professional development.
How to qualify
The minimum qualification for the job class 3630 ‐ Librarian I is:
Education: Possession of a master’s degree in library and information sciences (e.g. MLS/MLIS) from a college, university, or program accredited by the American Library Association.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
You must have already attained your degree and completed your master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences to be eligible for this recruitment.
Department: Citywide
Job class: 3630-Librarian I
Salary range: $105,638.00 – $128,414.00
Role type: Permanent Civil Service
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Class Based Test
Rule: Rule of the List
List type: Entrance
