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Youth Librarian

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Gilbert
1965 East Queen Creek Road (Show on map)
May 16, 2025
Posting Date 05/15/25 Application Deadline 05/20/25 Pay Range $57,000 - $86,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Library District About the Position Are you ready to take on a diverse and exciting range of responsibilities? We're seeking an energetic Librarian to provide the highest level of customer service. Join us and use your passion for public service to connect with your community! As the Youth Librarian for our Perry Library, you will perform library services for all age groups and engaging programming for all ages, with an emphasis on programming and services for customers between the ages of 0 to 12. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, is customer-focused, appreciates and respects others, demonstrates teamwork and collaboration, values continuous learning, and is supportive of change. Sound like you? Apply today! About Us Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information? At the Maricopa County Library District, we are continuously working to support the changing need of our diverse and connected community for all of Maricopa County. Our mission is to provide access to technology, digital services, and information to improve the quality of life for our residents. Choose a job with a purpose. Choose the Maricopa County Library District. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to ourupcoming on-site center,Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Master's degree in library science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school OR currently enrolled in a master's degree program in library science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school and are within one month of your anticipated graduation date Please Note: To be considered, you must include your anticipated graduation date in the education section of the application. Failure to do so will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. If selected, evidence of degree completion is required prior to hire. We Also Value Paid, internship, or volunteer public library experience Experience creating and facilitating programs for adults in a public library setting Job Contributions Plan and present library programming and conduct group tours, school visits, and community outreach Provide reference and reader advisory services and respond to customer concerns in person, on the telephone, and online Oversee advisory groups, coordinate volunteer assignments, and serve in a lead role as appropriate Facilitate public reading programs and initiatives, and compile and report library statistics Evaluate and cull the collection and serve as a local liaison to the central selectors for library materials Prepare book displays, create posters, bibliographies, bookmarks, bulletin boards, games, and promotional displays Instruct library patrons on the use of PCs, the online catalog, various databases, and the Internet Serve on standing and/or ad-hoc committees Working Conditions Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly and walk/stand to a significant degree Must complete a background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to secure and maintain an Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!