Adult Services Library Paraprofessional

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About the PositionDiscover your purpose. Connect with society. Inspire all generations.If you have experience providing excellent customer service and engaging programming, then the Library Paraprofessional position may be for you. As a Library Paraprofessional for our Southeast Regional Library, you will perform library work, provide basic reader's advisory, provide reference services, and present programs. In this role, you will link the community to library resources while breathing life into your own story.About UsDo you want to champion the freedom to read and access information? This is an 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 job with the Maricopa County Library District.Proud to Offer Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusivelyPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireTwo years of library experienceAssociate's degree in Library Science, Education, Liberal Arts, Social Science, Information Management or related fieldA combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis We Also ValueExperience with library-related automation systems or databases; eReaders and other digital devicesExperience creating and implementing programs for youth, teens, and adultsParaprofessional library skills acquired through a specialized educational training programJob Contributions Responds to customer concerns and provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers using the Library’s District Great Expectations customer service modelAssists with preparing, implanting, and presenting public programsAssists with conducting school visits, group tours, and community outreachAssists with providing direct service to customers through basic reference and reader’s advisory servicesAssists patrons in the use of computer services including the online catalog, the Internet, and various databasesCreates reading logs, brochures, signage, posters, bulletin boards, letters, bookmarks, bibliographies, games, promotional displays, and pamphletsAssists with compiling and reporting required statisticsAssists with collection development including weeding, shifting, shelf-reading, etc.Assists with the placement, training, and scheduling of library volunteersWorking Conditions Work is performed in a library environment with a varied schedule continually dependent on branch needs and often requires evening and weekend availabilityAbility to push, stoop, kneel, walk, and lift 20 pounds floor to waist, lift 5 pounds waist to shoulder, lift 1 pound shoulder to overhead, carry 10 pounds a distance of 50 feet. and push/pull 50 pounds a distance of 100 feetSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust 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-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.JR16805