Sacramento - California State Library - Technical Services Librarian

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Librarian State Library Services / TECHNICAL SERVICES
Permanent/Full Time Final File Date:
Open Until Filled PC # 2243

• Participates in Technical Services meetings and activities.
• Provides support for Technical Services software applications. 
• Participates in State Library study groups and serves on State Library committees, especially the committees implementing the Library’s strategic plan.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Experience with or knowledge of library cataloging and acquisitions, especially as they relate to library reference and information services.
Experience with or knowledge of cataloging, particularly of serials and integrating resources, using the following standards: Anglo - American Cataloging Rules; Resource Description and Access (RDA); CONSER Editing Guide and CONSER Cataloging Manual; Library of Congress classification numbers; subject headings based on Library of  Congress Subject Heading authorities; name headings based on the National Authority File; and encoding in the  MARC format.
Working knowledge of bibliographic utilities, online library systems (preferably Ex Libris' ALEPH), PCs using a wide range of application software, and Internet searching.

• Ability to prioritize assignments and work independently .
• Ability to evaluate situations accurately and take independent, effective action.
• Ability to interpret complex guidelines and correctly apply them.
• Ability to handle detailed instructions, rules, and workflows.
• Ability to utilize analytical thinking and  to analyze data.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly in response to changing standards of bibliographic control.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co - workers and managers.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff at all levels within CSL.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Dependable and consistent attendance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a multi-employee professional office workspace with individual cubicles.
• Uses a PC for extended periods of time.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• With assistive technology, if necessary, ability to operate a PC for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time in staff offices.
• Ability to handle large, heavy, and awkward library books and other library materials, placing them on shelves and book trucks.
• Ability to turn compact shelving handles, climb stack ladders, and stoop to reach bottom shelves in the stacks.
• Ability to move book trucks holding up to 100 pounds of weight and to lift up to 35 pounds.