Librarian

Position Details

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Job Description And Duties

The mission of the CalEPA Library is to assist the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) staff in accomplishing their goals through timely access to the best scientific information, including literature searching capability and access to scientific databases, full texts of journal articles, and scientific textbooks. Timely access includes online access to full articles at staff’s desktops, or retrieval and delivery of full articles or texts from other sources, including inter-library lending.

• Perform professional librarian functions in the CalEPA Library including the Law and Science Libraries serving staff attorneys, scientists and engineers.
• Develop and recommend a workplan to implement the strategic plan objectives.
• Manage the daily operations of the Library including interacting with staff; managing vendor agreements; processing new materials to update the library collection; and provide literature searches and research support to staff when requested.
• Provide monthly research updates for the division.
• Perform librarian functions including support for collection development and maintenance; acquisitions; online services; training classes and demonstrations; document retrieval; inter-library loan services; and recommending changes to improve the collection and services of the Libraries.

Special Requirements

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ documents each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Require Name on SOQ Require Job Control Number on SOQ Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial font, 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Describe your education, training, experience, and skills that enable you to perform the duties listed in the Duty Statement.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 8/13/2026

Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

• Address for Mailing Application Packages: State Air Resources Board Rinporn Chaipant Attn: Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street 5th Floor Sacramento , CA 95814
• Address for Drop-Off Application Packages: State Air Resources Board Rinporn Chaipant Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street 5th Floor Sacramento , CA 95814

The drop-off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov.
• 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.
• Other - Cover Letter Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.