Library Assistant (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District’s Cragin Elementary School seeks a Library Manager to oversee operations and ensure materials are available for students and staff. The role requires clear communication in writing and verbally, and may involve collaboration with the on-site Library Media Specialist.

The position is a 1.0 FTE 8-hour day, 9.5-month calendar. Eligibility includes a high school diploma or GED, an AZ approved academic assessment, and at least an associate degree plus two years of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test required.
• Associate’s degree (or higher) preferred; two years of higher learning.
• Two years of general office or library work experience required.
• Verbal and written English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee library operations and ensure materials are available to students and staff.
• Communicate effectively—verbally, in writing, and on the computer.
• May collaborate with the on-site Library Media Specialist.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Office experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher

Two years of additional college credits

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall management of a Library by ensuring appropriate library materials are available to students and staff. Communicates verbally, in writing and on the computer. May or may not collaborate with on-site Library Media Specialist.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 1. Completion of an AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test.
  2. Associate’s Degree (or higher degree)
  3. Two-years (60 Semester-Hour credits) of study at an institute of higher learning
• Two years of general office and/or library work experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Cragin Elementary School - Glenn & Tucson Blvd Area

Classification: White Collar

FTE : 1.0 -8 hours per day

Work Calendar:9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.