What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Paraprofessional Collection Management position at Maricopa County?
Posting Date
04/20/26Application Deadline
04/26/26Pay Range
$20.50 - $30.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Library DistrictAbout the Position
The Collection Management division purchases and maintains the Library District's collection, including books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and video games. The Collection Management Library Paraprofessional is responsible for a variety of data-centric tasks, such as electronic record maintenance, collection reports and statistics, and material acquisition research and support, as well as material-centric tasks, such as receiving and processing books, printing labels, and managing supplies. While our work is primarily behind the scenes, we occasionally visit branches to assist with collection-related projects and training.
About Us
Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information?
This is your opportunity to make a difference and feel good at the end of your workday! At the Maricopa County Library District, we are continuously working to support the changing needs 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 a job with 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
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of library experience
Associate's degree in Library Science, Education, Liberal Arts, Social Science, Information Management, or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Experience with library-related automation systems; information retrieval from library-related databases (e.g., Polaris, Innovative Interfaces, Sirsi)
Experience with procurement and/or acquisition processes
Editing or proofreading skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Job Contributions
Process new material for addition to the collection
Import bibliographic records into library database and perform metadata corrections
Assist Administration and branch staff with collection-related questions and tasks
Work with vendors on corrections needed for cataloging and processing errors
Communicate with vendors regarding shipment and account questions and problems
Maintain documentation of ShelfLogic classification system specifications
Assist Finance Department with invoicing processing
Research titles for order sourcing via vendor websites
Participate in training branch staff on collection management functions
Working Conditions
Requires working alone and considerable electronic communication with other staff and supervisor
Alternate and remote work locations are possible, based on the needs of the position
Ability to move and lift 50 pounds regularly
Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire
Ability to obtain and maintain a Maricopa County Vehicle Use Permit upon hire
Requires the use of a County or personal vehicle to drive to county library branch locations as needed
Selection Procedure
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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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Salary : $21 - $30