Librarian

California Air Resources Board; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 53,456 - 82,706; Full time

Job summary

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites applications for a Librarian in Sacramento. The Librarian will support the CalEPA Library, assisting staff with access to scientific information, literature searches, subscriptions, and research services to enable timely outcomes.

The role focuses on efficient information delivery to agency staff. This permanent, full-time position offers hybrid telework, and responsibilities include managing daily library operations, vendor relationships,

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Position Details

• Job Code: JC‑524156
• Position #: 673‑374‑2951‑001
• Title: Librarian
• Classification: LIBRARIAN
• Salary: $4,790.00 – $7,411.00
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E‑Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e‑verify.

CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

Job Description and Duties

Background Information about the Library: 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.

The Librarian is responsible for performing professional librarian functions in the CalEPA Library including the Law and Science Libraries serving staff attorneys, scientists and engineers. The incumbent will use the CalEPA Library Strategic Plan to guide priorities for library improvements and will develop and recommend a workplan to implement the strategic plan objectives. The workplan shall provide for the most efficient and cost‑effective scenario for online resources and subscriptions. This workplan will assure resources can best achieve the Library’s mission of providing CARB and agency staff efficient access to the best scientific information. The incumbent will 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 and will provide monthly research updates for the division. The incumbent will 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.

Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement.

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.

Requirements for SOQ:

• Name on SOQ.
• Job Control Number on SOQ.
• Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial font, 12 point, single spaced, 1‑inch margins).

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered.

Final Filing Date: 08/13/2026

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).

Ways to Apply:

• Submit electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.
• Submit a hard copy application package to the following address (if not applying electronically).

State Air Resources Board

Rinporn Chaipant

Attn: Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street 5th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

Drop‑off location (non‑operational on weekends and holidays):

State Air Resources Board

Rinporn Chaipant

Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street 5th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents:

• 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.
• Resume is optional.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Qualifications.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview.