Correctional Librarian: Reference & Library Steward

Wasco State Prison; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wasco State Prison Librarian (Correctional Facility) manages cataloging, loaning, and reference services for the prison library and ensures orderly operations within a corrections environment.

This role requires appropriate library education, ability to interact with staff and residents, and strict confidentiality and security adherence. Training and development opportunities may be available; candidates undergo background checks.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from college and completion of one additional year of graduate study in a library school accredited by the American Library Association.

Responsibilities

• Select, catalog, loan, or reference use of books and other library materials.
• Maintain order and supervise conduct of inmates and staff in the library.
• Ensure library security and integrity of materials.

Skills

Professional knowledge application

Cooperative relationships

Situational analysis

Verbal and written communication

Education

ALA-accredited library degree (graduate study)

Job description

Wasco State Prison Librarian (Correctional Facility) manages cataloging, loaning, and reference services for the prison library and ensures orderly operations within a corrections environment.

This role requires appropriate library education, ability to interact with staff and residents, and strict confidentiality and security adherence. Training and development opportunities may be available; candidates undergo background checks.