The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals to join our team as a full-time, temporary Library Assistant. In this role, you will serve as the courier driver responsible for delivering library materials between branches, as well as a circulation assistant when needed. The primary work location for this position will be the Chandler Downtown Library, with the possibility of working at other locations as required. This position is eligible for medical benefits and Arizona State Retirement System, and the scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Why work for Chandler?
• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• Accrue 1 hour of paid Statutory Sick Leave (SSL) for every 30 hours worked, eligible for use immediately following accrual; may use up to 40 hours of SSL per tax calendar year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
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 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 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 members will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone to perform a wide variety of general technical and clerical library work, including circulation, customer service, transportation of items between branches, directional/basic reference assistance, call center coverage, and basic, processing-level collection duties. This job differs from the next higher classification level in that it does not perform professional or paraprofessional library work associated with specialized degrees, training, or library functions and programs.
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Minimum Qualifications
• A High School Diploma or GED; and
• 1 year of customer service experience involving frequent public contact; 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
• Recent experience in working in a public library setting.
• Familiarity with automated library systems.
• Proficiency in using computer software, internet resources, and digital tools, including e-books.
• Recent experience in a high-volume customer service environment with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting.
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.