Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Correctional Education Program or their Assistant Principal designee , th e Senior Librarian is responsible for th e functional supervision , operation, scheduling and collections of the institution's la w and genera l libraries. The Senior Librarian will coordinate , publish and distribute the schedule for hours of operations for each library to ensure all incarcerated people throughout the institution have the required access tim e s. The Senior Librarian will make recommendations to their direct supe rv isor regarding the various compliance issues involving access, disabled incarcerated people and appropriate accommodations, collection maintenance and development, and other issues as required . The Senior Librarian will compl e te and submit the appropriate purchase requisitions in order to maintain all compliance components of the law and general libraries . The Senior Librarian will provide functional supervision and direction related t o libr a ry operations and procedures to the Librarians and Library Technical Assistants throughout t he institution.

Directly oversees the operations for the institution's largest and most complex library as directed by their supervisor. Functionally supervises all institutional law and general library operations and ensures that all operational procedures regarding the law and general libraries are followed. Provides functional supervision and on the job training to Librarians and Library Technical Assistants. Works cooperatively with custody staff to ensure the safe operation of all libraries. Provides recommendations of corrective actions to the first line supervisor to ensure compliance items are maintained.

Develops, publishes, and distributes monthly operational schedules for each law and general library to ensure compliance with all mandates regarding access for incarcerated persons.  Provides recommendations to the direct supervisor for library staff coverage to meet the scheduled hours of operations.

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitations (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process.  The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real- time updates throughout the hiring process.  HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress.  Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from [email protected] or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating an/or accessing their account.

**CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

San Quentin Rehab Center is California’s oldest and best-known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin, in July of 1852, as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. The prison rests overlooking the bay on 432 acres and is located just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the county of Marin. The walled prison is made up of four (4) large cell blocks (West, South, North, and East Block), one (1) maximum security cell block (the Adjustment Center), Central Health Care Service Building, a medium security dorm setting and a minimum-security firehouse.

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to  .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

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:

• Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR)

website, and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Exam Information

To obtain list eligibility for Senior Librarian (Correctional Facility), before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the Senior Librarian (CF) examination found here: 

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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