Librarian

Posting Date 08/06/26 Application Deadline 08/15/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,000 - $77,500 annually Full Pay Range: $60,000 - $95,000 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 Unclassified Department Library District About 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 Litchfield Park Library may be for you. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, is customer-focused, appreciates and respects others, demonstrates teamwork and collaboration, values continuous learning, and is supportive of change. The primary programming focus for this Librarian position will be youth ages 0-11, including story times and school-age and tween programming. Consider joining us to become part of a dynamic group of staff dedicated to serving a diverse community in a fast-growing area at the newly opened Litchfield Park Library! 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 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 on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ 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 experienceExperience 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 outreachProvide reference and reader advisory services and respond to customer concerns in person, on the telephone, and onlineFacilitate public reading programs and initiatives, and compile and report library statisticsEvaluate and cull the collection and serve as a local liaison to the central selectors for library materialsOversee advisory groups, coordinate volunteer assignments, and serve in a lead role as appropriatePrepare book displays, create posters, bibliographies, bookmarks, bulletin boards, games, and promotional displaysInstruct library patrons on the use of PCs, the online catalog, various databases, and the InternetServe on standing and/or ad-hoc committees Working Conditions Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditionsAbility to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree Selection Procedure Consideration 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-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. Apply Now!