Community Programs Librarian

Maricopa County; Sun City (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Child care benefits

Paid vacation and leave

Wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Maricopa County Library District is seeking a Librarian to deliver professional library services for all ages and to provide engaging programs. The role emphasizes customer service, collaboration, and continuous learning as you support our diverse community.

Responsibilities include reference services, program planning, collection curation, outreach, and instruction on digital resources. This Sun City assignment offers growth within the county library system.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school.
• Currently enrolled in a master's degree program in library science from an ALA-accredited school and within one month of anticipated graduation date.
• Please note: include anticipated graduation date in the application.
• We also value paid/public library experience and experience building programs for adults.

Responsibilities

• Plan and present library programming and conduct tours, visits, and outreach.
• Provide reference and reader advisory services and respond to customer questions in person, by phone, and online.
• Facilitate public reading programs and report library statistics.
• Evaluate and cull the collection and liaise with central selectors for materials.
• Oversee advisory groups, coordinate volunteers, and lead when appropriate.
• Prepare displays, posters, bibliographies, bookmarks, and promotional materials.
• Instruct patrons on PCs, online catalog, databases, and Internet use.
• Serve on standing or ad hoc committees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Continuous learning

Change management

Education

Master's degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

MLS near graduation (within 1 month)

Job description

Maricopa County Library District is seeking a Librarian to deliver professional library services for all ages and to provide engaging programs. The role emphasizes customer service, collaboration, and continuous learning as you support our diverse community.

Responsibilities include reference services, program planning, collection curation, outreach, and instruction on digital resources. This Sun City assignment offers growth within the county library system.