LIBRARIAN II

DEFINITION -------------- OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FLSA STATUS: Non\-Exempt TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: To be determined by the hiring department We are seeking three (3\) Librarian II positions to lead branch operations at the Tracy Branch Library, Manteca Branch Library, and the Ursula Meyer Library and Community Center. The Stockton San Joaquin County Public Library serves diverse and growing communities across 17 branches and a bookmobile. This role is ideal for librarians who are excited by change, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to help shape the future of library service in Stockton and San Joaquin County. This is an exciting opportunity for innovative librarians who are excited to reimagine library services and explore new ways to connect with the community. We are looking for collaborative leaders who are comfortable leading change, committed to excellent customer service, and eager to develop programs, services, and partnerships that connect people with information, imagination, ideas, technology, and one another. As branch leaders, Librarian IIs are responsible for overseeing daily operations, supervising and mentoring staff, fostering a positive and accountable team culture, and ensuring that the library remains a welcoming and responsive community resource. Successful candidates will be comfortable making decisions, thinking creatively about service delivery, using data to inform their work, and building strong relationships and building partnerships. The Stockton\-San Joaquin County Public Library is part of the City of Stockton’s Community Services Department, which also includes Recreation and other community\-focused services. Librarian IIs work closely with Library Managers and Department leadership to implement strategic priorities while tailoring services to meet the unique needs of the communities they serve. We are seeking leaders who value collaboration, are willing to break down silos, and embrace opportunities to work across departments to better serve our residents. Ursula Meyer Library and Community Center Our newest library location, opened in April 2026 offers a unique opportunity to help shape services in a beautiful new facility. The Librarian II works closely with Recreation staff and community partners to deliver innovative, integrated services that support literacy, learning, and community engagement. This role is especially well suited for a collaborative leader who is energized by the shared goals of libraries and recreation and excited by the opportunity to create programs and services that bring those connections to life. Tracy Branch Library Located in the fast\-growing city of Tracy, this is an opportunity to lead one of the system’s busiest libraries, providing an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships with City leaders and to partner with an active Friends of the Library group to expand programs, advocacy, and community support. Tracy combines a welcoming small\-town feel with the energy and opportunity of a rapidly growing community, making it an ideal setting for a librarian who is eager to build partnerships and help grow library services. Manteca Branch Library Located in the rapidly growing city of Manteca, this is one of the system’s fastest\-growing libraries, with strong increases in circulation, program attendance, and community use. This position offers the opportunity to build on that momentum. Manteca is an ideal opportunity for a Librarian II who is energized by growth and excited to expand services in a thriving community. THE COMMUNITY Located in California’s great Central Valley, Stockton has grown from a community with rich agricultural roots to an urban destination with a rich arts and culture scene, fine dining, shopping, sports, recreation, and family activities. With a multi\-ethnic, multicultural population of over 320,000 residents, Stockton is the 11th\-largest city in California. It is centrally located, 60 miles east of the San Francisco Bay Area and 45 miles south of Sacramento, offering an easy and scenic drive to numerous world\-famous attractions such as Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, and the California Coast. In addition, Stockton has many local natural resources, including the San Joaquin Delta. The community has a long tradition of established families who have called Stockton home for generations and many new residents have chosen Stockton as the community in which to live and raise their families. The City has a number of beautiful residential neighborhoods along waterways and tree\-lined streets, and it offers an affordable cost of living with home prices about one\-third the price of Bay Area homes. With its comfortable California lifestyle, Stockton is enriched by the pleasures of metropolitan living without the congestion, overcrowding, and expense. Stockton is the seat of San Joaquin County, where wine grapes have recently become one of the leading crops, transforming the region into one of California’s premium wine districts. The robust and thriving Port of Stockton has direct waterway access to the San Francisco Bay and provides domestic and international distribution of dry and bulk cargo, containerized cargo, and steel, handling ships from all over the world. Home to several well\-known higher education institutions, including the University of the Pacific, California State University – Stanislaus, Stockton Center, and San Joaquin Delta Community College, Stockton offers a variety of private and vocational schools. Year\-round events and activities make Stockton a destination for venues and attractions such as the award\-winning Stockton Flavor Fest, Annual Jazz Brubeck Festival, the Haggin Museum, Bob Hope (Fox California) Theatre, Children’s Museum, and the Stockton Symphony. The 10,000\-seat multi\-purpose, waterfront Stockton Arena is home to the Stockton Kings – the G\-League affiliate of the NBA Sacramento Kings. The adjacent 5,000\-seat Stockton Banner Island Ballpark, frequently ranked as one of the nation’s top minor league ballparks, is home to the Stockton Ports single\-A minor league baseball team \- affiliate to the major league Oakland Athletics. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Stockton is a full\-service, Charter city with a Council/ Manager form of government. The Mayor is elected citywide, and the six Council members are nominated and elected within their respective districts. The City is one of the largest employers in Stockton, with 1,790 full\-time employees and has a FY 2024\-2025 annual budget of $955 million. The City Council directly appoints the positions of City Manager, City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Clerk. All other departments report to the City Manager, including Administrative Services, Human Resources, Community Services (Library and Recreation), Economic Development, Public Works, Information Technology, Municipal Utilities, Fire, Police, and Community Development. Stockton’s organizational culture is based on high performance, trust, and collaboration, and the executive management team is characterized by highly skilled, experienced leaders. THE DEPARTMENT The Community Services Department provides programs and services that support healthy, educated, and connected communities across all age groups. Services are designed to meet diverse community needs, including services for youth, seniors, at\-risk populations, and residents with limited resources or language barriers. Recreation \- The Recreation Services Division provides programs, facilities, and services that enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life of Stockton residents. Through youth and adult sports, senior services, after\-school programs, camps, nutrition programs, and community events, Recreation promotes physical activity, social equity, and community engagement. The division operates community centers, sports fields, pools, and specialty facilities while working with community partners and volunteers to strengthen neighborhoods and expand access to recreational opportunities citywide. Library Services\- The City of Stockton, in partnership with San Joaquin County, operates the Stockton\-San Joaquin County Public Library system, a regional multi\-branch network that provides educational, literacy, and technology resources to residents throughout the county. The library offers access to books, digital media, research tools, public computers, internet services, workforce and educational resources, and thousands of free community programs each year for children, teens, and adults. Library services play a critical role in supporting lifelong learning, bridging the digital divide, and strengthening community connections through accessible and welcoming public spaces. Incumbents work 40 hours a week including some evenings and weekends. Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service System and are in a "for\-cause" employment status represented by the Stockton City Employees' Association Bargaining Unit. (Classified/Represented) This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full\-time City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list or a combination of both. This list may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates may be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting. Under direct and/or general supervision, tasks involve routine to more complex professional librarian work ranging from the training/entry level class to the journey level. Assists customers with information, reference, and readers’ advisory services, the use of library computers, personal electronic devices, and other emerging technologies; plans and presents library programs, cultivates relationships with the community and assists with assigned collection development activities; performs related work as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS ------------------------- Librarian II is the journey level class in this series, fully competent to perform difficult librarian work involving more complex services and tasks to customers of all ages and requiring a thorough grasp of reference sources and search techniques, and a broader familiarity with technology, technical processes, and services available to library customers. Direction and supervision of full\-time professional, paraprofessional, and support staff and a branch library with multiple staff members or support units within the library may also be included. This class is distinguished from Library Manager in that the latter is responsible for system\-wide ongoing special program development and implementation of major operations for a regional area or section of the library. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) ---------------------------------------- All Levels: Provides information services and guidance to library customers in the selection, organization, and interpretation of library materials, and in the effective use of equipment and facilities. Reviews, evaluates, and selects materials for addition to or deletion from the collections. Builds and maintains expertise in a wide range of resources and technologies to serve the diverse needs of the community. Plans, promotes, and presents effective library programming for all age groups and community interests. Presents book discussions and story times in the library, community venues, and/or virtual platforms. Develops partnerships with local organizations and constituencies to support education and promote library services throughout the community. Interprets library policies and procedures to the public; may represent the library in meetings with citizens, library support/advocacy groups, or special community interest groups. Creates, develops, prepares, and disseminates effective marketing materials for library programs and services. Maintains awareness of current technology trends and innovations and how they can be incorporated into services for the community and professional development of staff. May perform oversight duties in the absence of lead professional library staff. May plan and direct the work of paraprofessional or support staff and part time staff; may direct the work of limited hours branches or support units of the library. Performs related duties as assigned. Librarian II: Plans, supervises, evaluates, and directs the work of library professionals, paraprofessionals, and support staff; trains and coaches staff and makes other personnel decisions; may assist in the selections and development of staff; prepares and conducts performance evaluations as determined by specified positions. May monitor a program budget. QUALIFICATIONS ------------------ Education/Experience: Librarian II: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, and possession of a Master’s degree in Library Science from a school of Librarianship accredited by the American Library Association, and one year of experience as a professional librarian. Other Requirements: Must possess a valid California Driver’s License within six months of appointment. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of professional library objectives, organization, and procedures; Community needs and their relationship to public library programs and services; Reference sources and search techniques; Theory and philosophy of library services; Current reading, viewing, and listening interests of children, teens, and adults; Books, authors, online databases, and reference sources in a variety of areas and formats; Readers’ advisory methods and practices; Current trends in technology and electronic resources with application to library services; Automated library information systems and equipment usage; Collection development, including book, electronic, and nonprint materials selection; and Cataloging and classifying procedures for varied materials. Skill in: Basic library principles and practices; Providing effective customer service; Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public; Communicating effectively with diverse community members and co\-workers; Enforcing library rules and assisting library staff with safety and security; Utilizing current technology and traditional resources to meet the informational, educational, and recreational needs of the community; Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; Planning, directing, and reviewing the work of assigned staff; Applying professional knowledge, skills, and flexibility to creatively develop and implement services in a rapidly changing community, professional, and technological environment; Searching print and digital reference and readers’ advisory resources, including specialized materials in assigned work areas; Establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with a variety of library customers, community groups, and others contacted in the course of the work; and Preparing and producing effective oral and visual presentations. (Librarian II) Skill in: Basic supervisory principles and practices; Accurately assessing library customer needs and providing appropriate service responses; Library collections and collection management; Coalition\-building to support literacy initiatives; Community needs assessment, outreach, programming, project management, and evaluation techniques and methods; Keeping up with library and demographic trends to ensure the library is contemporary and utilizing best practices; Formulating and developing new or improved library programs and services, and assisting in the evaluation of existing programs; Aligning departmental goals and objectives with City Council goals; and Training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff. Physical/Mental Abilities: Mobility – Frequent sitting, standing, and bending neck; occasional walking, bending at waist, squatting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling; Lifting/Carrying – Frequent lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; Vision – Ability to read fine print and/or normal type size print; ability to read and see PC screens; ability to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a visual display terminal; Dexterity – Constant fingering (typing, picking, pinching), repetitive use of both hands, frequent simple grasping with either/both hands; occasional fine manipulation, pushing and pulling with either/both hands; and reaching above and below shoulder level; Hearing/Talking –Ability to detect specific noises such as with proper equipment operation, and understand what people are saying in normal conversation, over the telephone, and in a noisy environment; Special Requirements – Ability to work a full\-time regular schedule and evenings and weekends on rotation; use of a vehicle as needed; Emotional/Psychological – Ability to concentrate, make decisions, work with the public, exercise sound judgment, handle stressful situations, and work alone; Environmental Conditions – Indoor cold/heat, working around office equipment; Working Conditions – Primarily performed in an office environment which is predominantly quiet; Comprehension – Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information; ability to understand, remember, and communicate routine, factual information; ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions; ability to understand opposing points of view on highly complex issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints; Organization – Ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology; ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule and work schedules of others on short\-term (up to one month) and long\-term basis; Reasoning and Decision\-Making: Ability to apply common sense in performing job; ability to make decisions which have impact on immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit; ability to make decisions which have impact on the department’s credibility, operations, and services; and Communication – Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines; complete routine forms; communicate effectively with others, including over the phone; speak in front of groups of people, including making presentations outside the immediate work area; and compose reports, manuals, and publications. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job\-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible. THE EXAMINATION Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a practical weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, including an oral panel, if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time and, if same, then arranged alphabetically. ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME". NOTE: After on\-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing. 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