The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as aLibrary Specialist at our Basha Branch.This role requires flexibility, with shifts scheduled for days, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. It also involves outreach responsibilities and the ability to cover a range of library programs for youth and teens.
Why work for Chandler?
• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Who we are
Community Services
The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting residents to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to making play accessible for all ages, our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premiere community.
Library
Chandler Public Library inspires intellectual discovery, creative entertainment, and life-long learning through robust information resources that connect communities to a world of knowledge and new ideas. As a system of four libraries in all geographic areas of the community and a collection of nearly 500,000 books, DVDs, and a wide variety of digital resources, we bring people, information, and ideas together to read, learn, connect, and succeed. Our libraries continuously reflect on the current and emerging needs of patrons and choose to advance literacy and champion inclusive learning experiences for all people by fostering accessibility and embracing new technology.
Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone who engages in specialized public library functions and may assist with a variety of responsibilities related to the preparation and organization of library programs and evaluation and acquisition of materials and services using fundamental library standards, procedures and techniques.
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Minimum Qualifications
• A High School Diploma or GED; and
• 2 years of general library experience; and
• A valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Desired Qualifications
• Experience in youth and teen programming, including Storytimes and after-school activities; and
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both children and teenagers; and
• Proven ability to manage behavioral issues, particularly with teens, while fostering positive relationships; and
• Cultural awareness and the ability to develop inclusive and diverse programming.
This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.
The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.