3616 (C00365) Library Technical Assistant I

Company Description

THIS JOB AD HAS BEEN REOPENED TO ACCEPT MORE APPLICATIONS. 

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM

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.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: Reopened: 10/06/25 - from original close opening date: 9/29/2025
• Application Deadline: New Close Date: 10/13/2025 (unpublishes at 12:01 AM) - Extended from original close date: 10/06/2025 
• Salary Range:  $87,620 to $106,496 (Click here for salary information: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/)
• Recruitment ID:   CBT-3616-C00365
• Cert Rule – Rule of List (All candidates that are placed on the eligible list may be considered for a job opening, not just those at the top of the list. Hiring managers can choose from any of the qualified candidates on the list, regardless of ranking.)
• If you have any questions, please contact the exam analyst, Hana Mendoza at hana.mendoza@sfgov.org.

Job Description

3616 JOB DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, and in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures, performs various routine phases of technical library work, and performs related duties as required. Position requires normal responsibility for: Following established methods and procedures; making routine contacts with the general public, outside organizations, and library personnel in connection with library operations and activities; and preparing and/or maintaining various files and records.

Important and Essential Duties:  According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Processes orders, overdue accounts, library card applications, requests for library material, new books, additional copies, serials, documents, and other library material.

2. Charges and discharges library material.

3. Assists patrons in person, over the telephone and by correspondence regarding library policies, procedures and directional information; under supervision, assists patrons with routine questions and with the location of library material.

4. Searches for library materials; obtains information from bibliographies, files, records and other sources.

5. Does preliminary cataloging; makes proper entry of new serials; assigns Cutter numbers.

6. Files; prepares and/or maintains various files and records; writes routine correspondence; types; receives and records money; sorts books and prepares them for delivery to branch, main library, or mailing, or for discard, or bindery.

7. Assists in opening and closing the branch or department and in keeping it orderly and pleasant; assists in inventorying the collection; assists in checking shelves for proper placement of books and for books in need of repair.

8. Instructs clerical and supportive staff and may supervise them.

9. Collaborates in the creation, preparation, and display of various reference materials and resources.

10. May assist in preparing an exhibit, display or other publicity material; may drive bookmobile and assist librarian in serving bookmobile patrons.

11. May create, maintain, and troubleshoot technical issues related to the Library's website, intranet, and other electronic media systems; create, prepare, and organize audio, video, images, and graphics.

12. May lead and provide technical training to other Library staff.

Supervision Received/Exercised: The Library Technical Assistant I receives supervision from a Librarian and/or a Library Technical Assistant II, and may act as a lead worker over subordinate technical and clerical library personnel.

Qualifications

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications. 

These Minimum Qualifications establish t