What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian position at Maricopa County?
Posting Date
11/25/25Application Deadline
12/08/25Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,000 - $67,646 annuallyFull Pay Range: $60,000 - $90,585 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Library DistrictAbout the Position
If you are ready to enrich lives by offering innovative programs and services, establishing meaningful partnerships with community organizations, and collaborating with branch and other library district staff, then the Librarian position at the White Tank Library may be for you.
The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, be customer-focused, appreciate and respect others, demonstrate teamwork and collaboration, value continuous learning, and be supportive of change. Consider joining us to become part of a dynamic group of staff dedicated to serving a diverse community in a fast-growing area surrounded by the beautiful White Tank Mountains!
About Us
Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information?
At the Maricopa County Library District, we are continuously working to support the changing need of our diverse and connected community for all of Maricopa County. Our mission is to provide access to technology, digital services, and information to improve the quality of life for our residents.
Choose a job with a purpose. Choose the Maricopa County Library District.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school
OR
Currently enrolled in a Master's Degree program in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school and are within one month of your anticipated graduation date
Please Note: To be considered, you must include your anticipated graduation date in the education section of the application. Failure to do so will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. If selected, evidence of degree completion is required prior to hire.
We Also Value
Paid, internship, or volunteer public library experience
Experience creating and facilitating programs for adults in a public library setting
Job Contributions
Plan and present library programming and conduct group tours, school visits, and community outreach
Provide reference and reader advisory services and respond to customer concerns in person, on the telephone, and online
Facilitate public reading programs and initiatives and compile and report library statistics
Evaluate and cull the collection and serve as a local liaison to the central selectors for library materials
Oversee advisory groups, coordinate volunteer assignments, and serve in a lead role as appropriate
Prepare book displays, create posters, bibliographies, bookmarks, bulletin boards, games, and promotional displays
Instruct library patrons on the use of PCs, the online catalog, various databases, and the Internet
Serve on standing and/or ad-hoc committees
Working Conditions
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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