County of San Diego
Library Technician II-25401512
County of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
One of San Diego County's greatest assets is its diverse, high tech, vast, and phenomenal Library system.
The San Diego County Library is now hiring for position of
Library Technician II .
Interviews will take place the week of February 9th, 2026.
Future Salary Increases:
June 2026 – 4.10% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 0.60% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 3.60% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 0.60% Market Adjustment)
* Employees in this job classification assigned to a Rural Library location may be eligible for a 5% premium.*
An Employee’s Principal Work Location must be one of the following to be eligible: Alpine, Borrego Springs, Campo, Crest, Descanso, Fallbrook, Fletcher Hills, Jacumba, Julian, Lincoln Acres, Pine Valley, Potrero, Ramona, or Valley Center.
“We celebrate our communities and dedicate our passion and expertise to help you create your own story.”
San Diego County Library (SDCL) is among the top 10 national and international public library providers of eBooks. With 33 branches, two bookmobiles, five kiosks, countless special events, and a team of enthusiastic and creative staff, SDCL offers San Diego County residents a physical and virtual hub of education, entertainment, and culture. Every year, five million customers take advantage of SDCL's 15,000 programs and services, checking out more than 11 million items, including books, CDs, DVDs, and more. SDCL is committed to helping the community thrive and grow.
Did you know…
We promote learning, exploration, and discovery for fulfillment and personal growth.
We champion civic engagement and support individuals in shaping the future of their communities – every library branch becomes a polling location and/or a mail ballot drop-off location.
We encourage reading in every way: to develop skills, nurture hope, and motivate a love of reading – 33 branches, 2 bookmobiles, 5 kiosks.
We design opportunities to experience and enjoy culture and the arts as a creator and participant – community feedback and partnerships develop programming that reflects the diverse cultures that we serve.
Click here for more information and a direct link to the San Diego County Library website.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will provide courteous, high quality service to members of the public by personally responding to requests or making appropriate referral.
Hiring Timeline and Dates
Interviews, Job Offers and Background Process will be ongoing. (Current County employees may be exempt from the background process.)
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years full-time library work experience at the level of a Library Technician I, or equivalent experience involving knowledge of general library practices or operations. Supervisory coursework/experience is highly desirable.
Click here for a complete job description, examples of duties, essential functions, for Library Technician I classification.
A Library Technology certificate or an associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in Library Science is desirable.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Evaluation Process The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran’s Preference Policy
Military Skills Translator – Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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The San Diego County Library is now hiring for position of
Library Technician II .
Interviews will take place the week of February 9th, 2026.
Future Salary Increases:
June 2026 – 4.10% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 0.60% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 3.60% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 0.60% Market Adjustment)
* Employees in this job classification assigned to a Rural Library location may be eligible for a 5% premium.*
An Employee’s Principal Work Location must be one of the following to be eligible: Alpine, Borrego Springs, Campo, Crest, Descanso, Fallbrook, Fletcher Hills, Jacumba, Julian, Lincoln Acres, Pine Valley, Potrero, Ramona, or Valley Center.
“We celebrate our communities and dedicate our passion and expertise to help you create your own story.”
San Diego County Library (SDCL) is among the top 10 national and international public library providers of eBooks. With 33 branches, two bookmobiles, five kiosks, countless special events, and a team of enthusiastic and creative staff, SDCL offers San Diego County residents a physical and virtual hub of education, entertainment, and culture. Every year, five million customers take advantage of SDCL's 15,000 programs and services, checking out more than 11 million items, including books, CDs, DVDs, and more. SDCL is committed to helping the community thrive and grow.
Did you know…
We promote learning, exploration, and discovery for fulfillment and personal growth.
We champion civic engagement and support individuals in shaping the future of their communities – every library branch becomes a polling location and/or a mail ballot drop-off location.
We encourage reading in every way: to develop skills, nurture hope, and motivate a love of reading – 33 branches, 2 bookmobiles, 5 kiosks.
We design opportunities to experience and enjoy culture and the arts as a creator and participant – community feedback and partnerships develop programming that reflects the diverse cultures that we serve.
Click here for more information and a direct link to the San Diego County Library website.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will provide courteous, high quality service to members of the public by personally responding to requests or making appropriate referral.
Hiring Timeline and Dates
Interviews, Job Offers and Background Process will be ongoing. (Current County employees may be exempt from the background process.)
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years full-time library work experience at the level of a Library Technician I, or equivalent experience involving knowledge of general library practices or operations. Supervisory coursework/experience is highly desirable.
Click here for a complete job description, examples of duties, essential functions, for Library Technician I classification.
A Library Technology certificate or an associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in Library Science is desirable.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Evaluation Process The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran’s Preference Policy
Military Skills Translator – Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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