Community Library Programs Paraprofessional

Maricopa County; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Maricopa County Library District is seeking a Library Paraprofessional for the Ed Robson Library. You will perform library work, provide basic reader's advisory, reference services, and present programs to connect the community with resources.

Located at 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, this branch offers a peaceful environment for lifelong learners with community spaces and interactive programs. A two-year library experience and an associate's degree are required, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Assists with preparing, implementing, and presenting public programs
• Assists with providing direct service to customers through basic reference and reader’s advisory services
• Assists with conducting school visits, group tours, and community outreach
• Assists patrons in the use of computer services, including the online catalog, the Internet, and various databases
• Creates reading logs, brochures, signage, posters, bulletin boards, letters, bookmarks, bibliographies, games, promotional displays, and pamphlets
• Performs routine opening/closing procedures
• Responds to customer concerns
• Assists with collection development, including weeding, shifting, shelf-reading, etc.

Skills

Library experience

Customer service

Reader's advisory

Public programs

Education

Associate's degree in Library Science or related field

Job description

Maricopa County Library District is seeking a Library Paraprofessional for the Ed Robson Library. You will perform library work, provide basic reader's advisory, reference services, and present programs to connect the community with resources.

Located at 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, this branch offers a peaceful environment for lifelong learners with community spaces and interactive programs. A two-year library experience and an associate's degree are required, with opportunities for