What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Specialist- Downtown Library position at City of Chandler, Arizona?
Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Library Specialist (Full-Time, Regular). The Downtown Library is open 7 days per week and 3 nights per week. This position includes nights and weekends.
Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.
Why work for Chandler?
Community Services
The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to make play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.
Library
Chandler Public Library inspires intellectual discovery, creative entertainment, and life-long learning through robust information resources that connect communities to a world of knowledge and new ideas. As a system of four libraries in all geographic areas of the community and a collection of nearly 500,000 books, DVDs, and a wide variety of digital resources, we bring people, information, and ideas together to read, learn, connect, and succeed. Our libraries continuously reflect on patrons' current and emerging needs and choose to advance literacy and champion inclusive learning experiences for all people by fostering accessibility and embracing new technology.
Who We Are Looking For
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills and teen programming experience.
Minimum Qualifications
To view the complete job description, please click here.
The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to be submitted to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here.
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Select from the options below your highest level of completed education.
Do you have 2 or more years of experience working with teens?
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
04
Do you have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record?
Do you have 2 or more years of general library experience?
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
07
Do you have 2 or more years of experience as a paid library employee in planning and presenting library programming for teens?
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Library Specialist (Full-Time, Regular). The Downtown Library is open 7 days per week and 3 nights per week. This position includes nights and weekends.
Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.
Why work for Chandler?
- Open and Collaborative environment
- Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
- Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
- 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
- Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- 12 paid holidays annually, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
- Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
- City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
- Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
- Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
- Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Community Services
The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to make play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.
Library
Chandler Public Library inspires intellectual discovery, creative entertainment, and life-long learning through robust information resources that connect communities to a world of knowledge and new ideas. As a system of four libraries in all geographic areas of the community and a collection of nearly 500,000 books, DVDs, and a wide variety of digital resources, we bring people, information, and ideas together to read, learn, connect, and succeed. Our libraries continuously reflect on patrons' current and emerging needs and choose to advance literacy and champion inclusive learning experiences for all people by fostering accessibility and embracing new technology.
Who We Are Looking For
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills and teen programming experience.
Minimum Qualifications
To view the complete job description, please click here.
- A High School Diploma or GED; and
- 2 years of general library experience; and
- A valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Experience working with teens providing after-school programs.
The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to be submitted to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here.
01
Select from the options below your highest level of completed education.
- Not Completed High School
- High School or GED
- Associates or Vocational Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
Do you have 2 or more years of experience working with teens?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
04
Do you have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record?
- Yes
- No
Do you have 2 or more years of general library experience?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
07
Do you have 2 or more years of experience as a paid library employee in planning and presenting library programming for teens?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please describe your experience, including the dates and the organization(s) where the experience was gained.
- Required Question