What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian I position at State of Utah?
FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $22.05 - $34.98 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Staci Ditzer | snditzer@utah.gov | 801-545-5511 Application Deadline – 4/8/2026
Key Responsibilities
The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced Librarian I with strong organizational skills and a commitment to serving others. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality library services and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team serving the offender population.
Under the supervision of the Library Director, you will lead and support the daily operations of the assigned library. This includes supervising and training offender workers, community volunteers, and interns, as well as providing library services directly to patrons in a welcoming, judgment-free, and well-managed environment. This role requires professional knowledge of library services, practices, and procedures.
Our mission: “Library Services is committed to providing high-quality services that support our patrons’ educational, therapeutic, and recreational needs.”
In Support Of Our Mission, We Are Committed To
Providing a diverse and updated collection of reference and reading materials.
Giving each patron the opportunity to access the library once a week.
Creating an environment where our patrons will want to become life-long library users.
Creating partnerships with prison programs to ensure our offenders' needs are met.
As a Librarian I, you will play an essential role in helping us advance this mission and making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, the role may occasionally require flexibility to work an evening or weekend to support library operations.
There are five libraries at the Utah State Correctional Facility that range from minimum to maximum security. Our libraries directly serve over 3,600 offender patrons. We employ offender workers to help with circulation, shelving, book repair and reference work. In 2025 over 90,000 items were loaned and there were over 40,000 offender visits to the libraries. On average, 59% of offenders used the libraries on at least a monthly basis.
Key Responsibilities
The Librarian l needs to possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities:
Education / Experience:
About The Role
Location –
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.
For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. http://www.corrections.utah.gov/
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
Key Responsibilities
The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced Librarian I with strong organizational skills and a commitment to serving others. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality library services and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team serving the offender population.
Under the supervision of the Library Director, you will lead and support the daily operations of the assigned library. This includes supervising and training offender workers, community volunteers, and interns, as well as providing library services directly to patrons in a welcoming, judgment-free, and well-managed environment. This role requires professional knowledge of library services, practices, and procedures.
Our mission: “Library Services is committed to providing high-quality services that support our patrons’ educational, therapeutic, and recreational needs.”
In Support Of Our Mission, We Are Committed To
Providing a diverse and updated collection of reference and reading materials.
Giving each patron the opportunity to access the library once a week.
Creating an environment where our patrons will want to become life-long library users.
Creating partnerships with prison programs to ensure our offenders' needs are met.
As a Librarian I, you will play an essential role in helping us advance this mission and making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, the role may occasionally require flexibility to work an evening or weekend to support library operations.
There are five libraries at the Utah State Correctional Facility that range from minimum to maximum security. Our libraries directly serve over 3,600 offender patrons. We employ offender workers to help with circulation, shelving, book repair and reference work. In 2025 over 90,000 items were loaned and there were over 40,000 offender visits to the libraries. On average, 59% of offenders used the libraries on at least a monthly basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the offender libraries are fully operational for scheduled use.
- Oversee Library Movements
- Reference work for the offender patrons
- Check materials for accuracy in cataloging and labeling.
- Classifies and/or catalogues collections or library materials, etc.
- Make recommendations about library materials to be purchased.
- Take requests for new materials from offenders, teachers and therapeutic staff.
- Collect accurate stats on library use
- Prepare supply requests orders
- Transport materials between libraries.
- Check incoming donations for unauthorized materials and to determine use.
- Develop new ideas and contribute to library improvements and outreach efforts.
- Handle special projects as assigned by the Librarian lll.
- May be asked to attend trainings, conventions, or conferences
The Librarian l needs to possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities:
- Has professional work experience in a library program.
- Works well with a diverse population.
- Demonstrates self-direction and effective time management.
- Deals with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact and professionalism.
- Has experience using word processing, spreadsheet programs and library management software. Koha experience is a plus.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and writing.
- Communicate information and ideas effectively in speech and in writing so others will understand.
- Use logic and reasoning to identify and solve problems.
- Know how to categorize and organize information.
- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
- Evaluating and tracking the performance of yourself, patrons, or external
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- Knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Education / Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or closely related field of study;
- A combination of four (4) years education and/or experience in a library program.
About The Role
Location –
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.
For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. http://www.corrections.utah.gov/
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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