The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as aLibrary Specialist (Regular, Part-Time). The location will be at the Downtown Library Branch, reporting to Youth Services. The Downtown Library is open 7 days and 3 evenings per week.
Work Schedule:
This is a 20-hour position working Thursday, Friday, and Saturday each week and once per month on Sunday.
Location:
Chandler Public Library Downtown Branch: 22 S Delaware St, Chandler, AZ 85225
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 65 hours of paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 48 hours of paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave at the end of 2025, subject to approval by the City Manager
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% of gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with a $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,200 annually 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 people 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 premier community.
Library
Chandler Public Library inspires intellectual discovery, creative entertainment, and lifelong 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 patrons' current and emerging needs 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’re seeking someone with excellent customer service skills and experience in children’s programming.
To view the complete job description, please click here.
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 that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Desired Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
This is a regular full-time position subject to a 6-month probationary period. Should another position become available, a register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months.
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 require submission 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.