Library Assistant

City of Coolidge
Human Resources Department

Promoting a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace

Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

The City of Coolidge is currently hiring for the Library Department and are looking for
experienced, motivated and talented employees. Apply today and find out why the City of
Coolidge is more than just a job.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of circulation, customer service, and clerical
functions in support of the City of Coolidge Public Library operations and activities.

Full-Time, FLSA Non-exempt position Salary: $37,775 - $56,662 annually
Opening Date: October 12, 2026 Recruitment #: CSL26-003
Closing Date: October 22, 2026 External Posting



QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum

• Associates Degree and one year library experience or equivalent combination of

education, training and experience.

• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License.
  

Must successfully complete a criminal background check and pre-employment drug
screening.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a variety of circulation desk functions including checking books in and out, renewing
books, processing fines for overdue books and/or lost items, and issuing library cards.
Conducts various clerical duties including processing mail and periodicals, printing and sending
out overdue notices, and making photocopies for library patrons. Answers incoming calls and
provides customer service to the public; greets visitors to the library, responds to general
library inquiries, and oversees patron use of library computers. Responds to patron reference
questions; provides guidance regarding location of library information and materials.
Processes patron requests for inter-library loans; coordinates shipping of items requested for
loan by other libraries. Straightens shelves and maintains order of materials;
Provides assistance with technical processing of library books and materials; attaches barcodes
and spine labels to library materials. Performs library opening and closing duties; monitors
book drop for returned items. Assists and plans programs when needed; provides assistance
with outreach services as required. Coordinates and/or oversees assigned library programs as
required. Catalogs new and donated library items using departmental computer system.
Gathers and compiles statistical information required for departmental reports.
May assist with training Library Pages and/or volunteers regarding circulation duties.

APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered, please submit an application to Human Resources online at
www.coolidgeaz.com/jobs or drop off at City Hall, 130 W. Central Avenue, Coolidge, AZ 85128
by 5:00pm on the closing date. Please be sure to carefully read the job announcement and
city application for important information about the minimum qualifications, job responsibilities,
and application instructions before you apply. For more questions, contact the Human
Resources Department at (520) 723-6060.

• Medical: Blue Cross Blue Shield

• PPO
• HSA
• 100% Employee

Coverage

• Dental: Blue Cross Blue Shield

• 100% Employee

Coverage

• 70% Dependent

Coverage

• Vision: Principal

• Health Care & Dependent Care

FSA

• Telemedicine

• Employee Assistant Program

• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

• AFLAC Supplemental Policies

• Globe Life Supplemental Policies

• 457 Deferred Compensation

Plans: MissionSquare &
Nationwide

• LegalShield Benefits

• Retirement

• Arizona State Retirement

System (ASRS)

• Public Safety Personnel

Retirement System
(PSPRS)

• 11 Paid Holidays 1 Paid

Personal Day

• Vacation & Sick Leave Balances

• Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifying Employer

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY