City of Santa Barbara, CA
Library Technician (Limited Term) Job at City of Santa Barbara, CA in Santa Barb
City of Santa Barbara, CA, Santa Barbara, CA, US, 93190
Salary : $62,897.38 - $76,451.96 Annually
Location : Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type: Full-time Unclassified
Job Number: 2025-165-1594-LIB-MW
Department: Library
Division: Library - Central
Opening Date: 12/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/5/2026 5:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. .
The Santa Barbara Public Library is dedicated to supporting education for all ages through classes and events, building a community of readers, empowering individuals with free access to information, and connecting people to community resources. .
THE POSITION
The City of Santa Barbara Library Department is seeking a motivated and dynamic Library Technician. Library Technicians help create a welcoming and engaging environment for all Library visitors. They actively support the promotion of library services and resources and contribute to a positive user experience.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the full journey level class within the Library Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Library Assistant series by the performance of the full range of duties assigned including assisting in the acquisition and cataloging of library materials. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Library Technician in that the latter plans, directs and leads a unit or department within the library.
BENEFITS:
To view our benefits pageclick here.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two (2) years of technical and clerical library experience including the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of a variety of library materials.
Education and/or Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:
May require possession of a California driver's license.
SELECTION PROCESS
It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
There is currently one (1) Limited Term vacancy within the Library Department.
Limited Term: This is a limited-term appointment with an expected end date of June 30, 2026, unless extended.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these
CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.
Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Hourly employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
THESALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.
THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:
Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.
Revised 12/1/2024
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Why are you interested in working at the library?
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Describe your customer service experience.
03
Describe your ability to communicate clearly with people of all backgrounds, languages inside/outside your knowledge base, and capacities.
Required Question
Location : Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type: Full-time Unclassified
Job Number: 2025-165-1594-LIB-MW
Department: Library
Division: Library - Central
Opening Date: 12/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/5/2026 5:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. .
The Santa Barbara Public Library is dedicated to supporting education for all ages through classes and events, building a community of readers, empowering individuals with free access to information, and connecting people to community resources. .
THE POSITION
The City of Santa Barbara Library Department is seeking a motivated and dynamic Library Technician. Library Technicians help create a welcoming and engaging environment for all Library visitors. They actively support the promotion of library services and resources and contribute to a positive user experience.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the full journey level class within the Library Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Library Assistant series by the performance of the full range of duties assigned including assisting in the acquisition and cataloging of library materials. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Library Technician in that the latter plans, directs and leads a unit or department within the library.
BENEFITS:
To view our benefits pageclick here.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
- Library services and functions.
- Library terminology.
- Practices and techniques of library material classification and cataloging.
- Computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.
- Library equipment and tools including personal computers, Internet, CD readers, indices, microfilm/fiche readers and printers.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping.
- English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
- Perform a variety of journey level technical and clerical library work.
- Operate computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.
- Keyboarding speed necessary for successful job performance.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Supervise the work of volunteers and employees.
- Perform routine reference searches.
- Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities:
- Sitting or standing for long durations
- Operating assigned equipment
- Lifting and/or carrying up to 30lbs
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two (2) years of technical and clerical library experience including the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of a variety of library materials.
Education and/or Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:
May require possession of a California driver's license.
SELECTION PROCESS
It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
There is currently one (1) Limited Term vacancy within the Library Department.
Limited Term: This is a limited-term appointment with an expected end date of June 30, 2026, unless extended.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these
CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.
Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Hourly employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
THESALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.
THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:
Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.
- The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.
- A standard 9/80 schedule is observed, with most offices closed every other Friday.
- Flexwork/Telecommuting is available.
- Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.
- Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.
- Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).
- Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.
- Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year. Paid holiday time is awarded at the employee's applicable schedule, i.e., 9/80, 4/10, etc.
- Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security.
- PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes employee 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary.
- Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: General Unit Rate Sheet.
- Cafeteria 125 Plan: Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage or who select employee only coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month.
- Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ($50,000 each) are provided.
- Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household.
- Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.
- State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary.
- Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.
- Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform.
- Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.
Revised 12/1/2024
01
Why are you interested in working at the library?
02
Describe your customer service experience.
03
Describe your ability to communicate clearly with people of all backgrounds, languages inside/outside your knowledge base, and capacities.
Required Question