Security Officer

Posting Date 05/28/26 Application Deadline 06/04/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.00 - $25.25 hourly Full Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.50 hourly This position is part-time at 19.50 hours per week and is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Job Type Unclassified Department Library District About the Position The Part-Time Security Officer performs routine security services in library buildings, including patrol services, assistance with emergency services, and operational functions to maintain the safety and security of the staff and general public. This is a part-time position that will provide coverage for our Georgia T. Lord Library. About the Library District 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 needs 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. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Ability to gain experience in a library setting Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require One year of security, law enforcement, public safety, or customer-intensive public service experience High school diploma or GED Other Requirements Within 3 months of hire, candidate will be required to complete a series of on-the-job library customer service and situational awareness trainings to assist with de-escalation, safety, and security techniques Must complete a background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to secure and maintain an Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card Job Contributions Conduct frequent patrols of the library (interior and exterior) Listen and watch for escalated situations and be prepared to assist staff when necessary Assist with library opening and closing duties Ensure that customers are adhering to behavior expectations/code of conduct Respond to staff requests for assistance as needed Assist staff with trespass situations Respond to security gate alarms Greet customers as they enter the library Complete customer incident reports as needed Assist customers with weapons locker use (if applicable) Submit daily activity reports to branch manager Working Conditions Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Work is performed at a security station and will require frequent walking and patrolling assigned facilities Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must 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 View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!