Posting number: 2026-10-4043
Department: Library
Division: Central Support
Job classification: Library Specialist II
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Library
The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the Library Specialist II position with the Berkeley Public Library! In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide welcoming and empathetic service to the community, support the Library's collections, plan and deliver innovative and engaging programs, build relationships with community members and organizations, increase awareness of the Library within the community through outreach and marketing, and staff our modern and vibrant Teen Room, located near Berkeley High School.
We currently have two full-time Library Specialist II positions open in our Central Library Teen Services and North Branch division.
The Central Library is in downtown Berkeley, one block from Berkeley High School. The Library Specialist II will be providing library services and resources to youth ages 12-18. As part of the Teen Services team, you will help maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and safe space for teens in the Teen Room. In collaboration with the Teen Librarians, you will also assist with teen programming and events. Essential skills include strong interpersonal communication, de-escalation skills, cultural competence, and a passion for working with teens.
The North Branch Library is located in a residential neighborhood in North Berkeley. The Library Specialist II at North Branch provides library resources and services to children and families, teens and young adults, and seniors. You will be assisting library users with circulation transactions, reader's advisory services, and the use of public computers and printers. In the absence of supervisors, you will also serve as the lead staff member addressing patron/staff concerns and assisting in opening/closing procedures. Essential skills include cultural competence, strong communication skills, familiarity with a variety of electronic devices and software applications, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
This recruitment will create an eligible list that will be used by the department to fill future temporary and/or career positions in the next 12 months. Full-time and part-time positions may be available. Candidates who are not interested in the current vacancies are still highly encouraged to apply.
See the full class specification for details about this job.
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of library experience performing at the level equivalent to Library Assistant or Library Specialist I with the Berkeley Public Library system. The equivalent of up to two years of full-time college coursework may be substituted for up to two years of full-time library support experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Specified positions may require a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.
Applications must be received by Monday, November 23, 2026, at 5:00 pm PT and must include a completed application and resume. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the materials in alternative format.
Please be aware of unauthorized job postings and communications. Applications will only be accepted via GovernmentJobs.com and we will only email candidates from the governmentjobs.com or berkeleyca.gov domain. If you encounter a suspicious job post or communication, please alert us at hr@berkeleyca.gov.
The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem-solving ability; computer and software proficiency; or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment-eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
The City of Berkeley is distinguished by its diversity, community engagement, and activism. Home to the University of California’s flagship campus, Berkeley’s population is highly educated, diverse, and engaged. The City lies on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay and is sheltered by rolling hills on its eastern border. Berkeley spans 10 square miles with 124,000 residents.
Our climate is mild year-round, with cool summers. An outdoor focus is demonstrated with acres of open space, parks, and an abundance of bike lanes on City streets. Public transportation is well developed and reliable, with three Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) stations in Berkeley. All of these factors translate to an outstanding quality of life for Berkeley residents, with an abundance of outdoor, recreational, and cultural activities.
The City of Berkeley lies in Alameda County and operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City is divided into eight districts, and each district elects one representative to the City Council. The eight-member City Council serves four-year terms, and a mayor is elected at large – also on a four-year term.
The City Council appoints a City Manager, who serves as the Chief Executive of the City. Berkeley provides a comprehensive range of municipal services to its population, many of which are not typically provided by cities. In addition to the customary city services, the City of Berkeley operates its own Health, Housing and Community Services Department, providing public health, mental health, and environmental health services to the community.
The City also provides its own residential and commercial solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal service. In addition, the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Department offers a number of summer camps and operates a 1,000-berth marina.
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