LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley State Prison is seeking a Library Technical Assistant (Safety) to support daily library operations within a correctional facility. Under the guidance of a Senior Librarian, you will handle precataloging, interlibrary loans, book acquisitions, and locating bibliographic information within our library system.

The role emphasizes practical library skills, adherence to procedures, and the ability to work with incarcerated individuals, with a standard shift of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday

Qualifications

• Knowledge of library operations and services within a correctional facility.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and incarcerated individuals.
• Experience supervising library clerks or similar personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform precataloging, interlibrary loans, and book acquisition tasks.
• Locate simple bibliographic information within the library system.
• Apply standard library tools, methods, and procedures within defined standards.

Skills

Library operations

Communication skills

Supervision

Job description

Job Posting:LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

Valley State Prison

JC-535571 -

JC-535571 - LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY)
LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

$3,989.00 - $4,992.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/30/2026

Under the guidance of a Senior Librarian or Librarian, incumbents in this classification perform specialized subprofessional duties, such as precataloging, interlibrary loans, book acquisition, and locating simple bibliographic information within the library system of a State correctional facility.

Such work primarily requires a practical knowledge of library functions and services and an ability to apply standard library tools, methods, and procedures within well-defined standards. This classification is distinguishable from general clerical classifications which perform typing, stenography, and general office work, and from professional librarian classifications which are involved in the development, direction, and evaluation of programs and in complex work requiring professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of library science.

Please note - This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies, if additional positions become available.

You must have taken and passed the Library Technical Assistant (Safety) examination, be a current state employee with lateral transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility in order to apply.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for these positions.

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

Note : Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Positions are at Valley State Prison in Chowchilla.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (SAFETY) $3,989.00 - $4,992.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

Facility Information

Valley State Prison is in the central San Joaquin Valley about 30 miles north of Fresno and close to Yosemite National Park. Surrounding communities are affordable and offer excellent educational opportunities.

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/30/2026

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).

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of library operations, cataloging, and physical inventorying of library books and materials
• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously with staff and incarcerated population
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate incarcerated library clerks
• Ability to supervise incarcerated individuals and maintain order and security of assigned area and library materials
• Ability to train incarcerated people in the safe and proper use of library resources, basic computer applications, and promote literacy
• Must be able to understand, comply, and enforce policies and procedures
• Must have good attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic
• Skilled in preparing, tracking, and maintaining accurate electronic and paper documents and records
• Operate standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier, scanner, etc.)
• Skilled in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.cdcr.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
CRYSTAL CONNER
[phone] ext: 5603
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:
CRYSTAL CONNER
[phone] ext: 5603
[e-mail]

EEO Contact:
Hiring and Recruitment
[phone] ext: 5603
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

To obtain list eligibility for the Library Technical Assistant (Safety), before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the Library Technical Assistant (Safety) exam

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.