About the Position
Discover your purpose. Connect with society. Inspire all generations.
If you have experience providing excellent customer service and engaging programming, then the Guadalupe Library Paraprofessional position may be for you. As our Library Paraprofessional, you'll perform library work, basic reader's advisory, reference services, and present programs. In this role, you'll link the community to library resources while breathing life into your own story.
About Us
Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information?
This is an opportunity to make a difference and feel good at the end of your workday! At the Maricopa County Library District, we are continuously working to support the changing needs 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 a job with 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 our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of library experience
Associate's degree in Library Science, Education, Liberal Arts, Social Science, Information Management, or related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Experience with library-related automation systems or databases; eReaders and other digital devices; or creating and implementing programs for youth, teens, and adults
Paraprofessional library skills acquired through a specialized educational training program
Experience with cash handling
Job Contributions
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers using the Library’s District Great Expectations customer service model
Assists with preparing, implanting and presenting public programs
Assists with conducting school visits, group tours and community outreach
Serves as Person In Charge when the manager is away from the branch
Performs routine opening/closing procedures
Assists with providing direct service to customers through basic reference and reader’s advisory services
Assists patrons in the use of computer services including the online catalog, the Internet, and various databases
Responds to customer concerns
Creates reading logs, brochures, signage, posters, bulletin boards, letters, bookmarks, bibliographies, games, promotional displays and pamphlets
Assists with compiling and reporting required statistics
Assists with collection development including weeding, shifting, shelf-reading, etc., as needed
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 requires walking/standing to a significant degree
Selection Procedure
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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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