Job Description
Join San Francisco's premier library system as a Senior Library Assistant. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional passionate about community engagement and information management. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in one of America's most vibrant cities. Your expertise will directly shape how residents access knowledge and resources.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation systems, interlibrary loans, and cataloging operations
- Deliver exceptional reference services using advanced research methodologies
- Develop and implement community outreach programs for diverse populations
- Maintain digital resources and troubleshoot library technology systems
- Train and mentor junior library staff on best practices
- Curate specialized collections aligned with community needs
- Analyze usage data to optimize service delivery
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required
- 3+ years of progressive library experience
- Expertise in ILS systems (e.g., Sierra, Evergreen)
- Advanced knowledge of metadata standards and cataloging rules
- Strong digital literacy including database management
- Experience with grant writing and program development
- Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural environments
- California Library Media Services credential preferred