Job Description

Job Description and Duties

If you love a challenge, enjoy research, and are looking for an environment that values creative problem solving and critical thinking skills, this could be the position for you! We are seeking a highly motivated, dedicated and hard-working individual who successfully works in a team environment to provide exceptional service to the Department of Justice, Law Library Services.

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the San Diego Library. Oversees all aspects of acquisitions, serials control, and library maintenance for the San Diego Library, including updating, review and maintenance of catalog databases, check-in and processing, loose-leaf filing, stack maintenance, and evaluation of library holdings and obsolete materials. Provides reference and research assistance to the San Diego Attorney General’s staff, and legal staff statewide, including both traditional book research and computer assisted legal research, i.e. Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, Courtlink, Intranet/Internet and other digital technologies. Responds to interlibrary loan and document delivery requests from the San Diego legal office staff. Assists with compilation of legislative histories for San Diego legal staff. Provides library and research orientation and training for new legal staff and law student interns. Coordinates and/or provides training and research materials in all formats.

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Working Conditions

This position offers a hybrid work schedule (a combination of in-office and remote work) after successfully completing a portion of the probationary period, based on demonstrated knowledge and skills. If you value work/life balance, reduced commuting costs, and scheduling flexibility, this position may be great for you!

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-538213) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education duties.  All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.  An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

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:

• Graduation from college or university and completion of a graduate degree from an accredited library school is highly desired.
• Experience in a law library, special library, or familiarity with legal materials.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of library and non-library computer skills including word processing, database management, online bibliographic systems, and online legal research (Lexis, Westlaw, and the internet).
• Ability to work cooperatively and tactfully with staff.
• Demonstrate initiative and willingness to assume increased responsibility
• Ability to write and communicate effectively
• Use of tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
• Ability to handle a variety of projects simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize work
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate good attendance and punctuality

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Examination Link:

To be considered for the job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin. Examination links can be found below:

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 required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.

  Important Information:

  Applicants are prohibited from using artificial intelligence software (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude AI) in the creation of all application items.

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