Library Associate - Woods Memorial Library

Job Overview Position: Library Associate (Classified). Classification: 5824 - Library Associate. Salary Grade: 5. Pay Range: $20.11 – $27.15 per hour (Hiring Range: $20.11 – $23.63 per hour). Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. Actual salary will consider a wide range of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position. Responsibilities Evaluates branch compliance with applicable federal, state, County, and related laws, rules, and regulations. Prepares and presents evidence-based educational programs and outreach services aligned with the department’s strategic directions and core values. Coordinates and participates in internal and external services such as accounting, payroll, IT, scheduling, personnel, outreach, and library programming. Supervises, schedules, and trains volunteers, and assumes temporary supervisory responsibility in the absence of senior staff. Utilizes conflict management skills to de‑escalate and address unexpected problems or potentially volatile situations, completing associated documentation. Provides customer service to diverse members of the public including vulnerable individuals and non‑English speakers. Assists professional staff with collection maintenance, material selection, and bibliographic research following professional standards. Participates in committee meetings and continuing education to incorporate current best practices in children’s, youth, or adult services. Assists in creating schedules, preparing reports, maintaining records, managing inventories, processing ILL requests, resolving invoice discrepancies, and handling money transactions. Coordinates unit activity with other departmental units, County departments, and outside agencies. Creates and maintains databases, compiles and analyzes data, and produces reports using automated information systems. Manages library social media accounts and communicates updates to the public. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and at least three years of customer service experience assisting the public. Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may substitute the above, provided it is clearly documented. One year with Pima County in a Library Technical Assistant or a closely related position, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. Valid driver license required at time of application and appointment. Preferred Qualifications Minimum one (1) year library or volunteer experience. Minimum one (1) year preparing or presenting educational programs or outreach services. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Experience training staff or volunteers. Minimum two (2) years technology experience (email, e‑Books, Microsoft Office Suites, personal electronic devices such as tablets, cell phones, e‑readers, library website, Google forms or docs). Experience using an integrated library system (ILS), such as Sierra, Polaris, SirsiDynix, Millennium, Alma, Symphony, Horizon, Carl, or Apollo. Experience using a copier and fax. Experience using a cash register and handling money. Physical and Sensory Requirements Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by the position. Working conditions include rotating shifts, nights and weekends, reaching, squatting, grasping, speaking in person and on the phone, and distinguishing colors. EEO Information Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pima County