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Library Assistants, Clerical
Average
$32,960
ANNUAL
$15.84
HOURLY
Entry Level
$28,380
ANNUAL
$13.65
HOURLY
Mid Level
$29,470
ANNUAL
$14.17
HOURLY
Expert Level
$45,220
ANNUAL
$21.74
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Library Assistants, Clerical
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Library Assistants, Clerical
Top Expected Tasks
Library Assistants, Clerical
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Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
02
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
03
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
04
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
05
Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
06
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-of-date items.
07
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
08
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
09
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status and compute any applicable fines.
10
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Library Assistants, Clerical
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
SKILL
Service Orientation
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Coordination
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Information Ordering
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
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Job Opportunities
Library Assistants, Clerical
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Library Aide - Saguaro
CoreCivic ELOY, AZ 85131Posted 1 day**$15.29 per hour**
At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by
a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility
to better the public good. We are currently seeking a **Library Aide** who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an
institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to
making an impact for the people and communities we serve.The Library Aide assists with the daily activities of a general purpose and/or law library designed to accommodate the social, educational and legal interest and needs of an inmate/resident population.
+ Assist in developing and maintaining library catalog system that identifies specific categories and subject matter.
+ Create schedules for inmate/resident access to the general purpose and law library. Enforce all polices and rules governing inmate conduct, sign in/out procedures and maintains a safe environment for inmates and other library users.
+ Search catalog files, biographical dictionaries and indexes, and examines content of reference materials to assist individuals in locating and selecting materials. Recommend acquisition materials consistent with the needs of the population, to include current legal/law reference material, as applicable.
+ Train inmate workers in receiving, shelving and locating materials. Answer routine inquiries and assists in checking books in/out of the library daily.
+ Maintain a tracking system to monitor the location of books and facilitates the proper return of materials back to the library. Conduct inventories, as required, to monitor compliance.
**Qualifications** :
+ High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
+ Two years of library work experience, including work in book acquisition, cataloging, reference and compilation of bibliographies preferred.
+ A valid driver's license is required.
+ Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
_CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE-including Disability/Veteran._
Employment TypeFull Time
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Library Clerk
City of Maricopa Library, AZPosted 6 daysLibrary Clerk
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Library Clerk
Salary
$15.27 Hourly
Location
Library, AZ
Job Type
Part-Time 19 HR
Job Number
202500022
Department
Library
Opening Date
03/06/2025
Closing Date
3/24/2025 11:59 PM Arizona
FLSA
Non-Exempt
+ Description
+ Benefits
+ Questions
General Summary
Link to Alt Text: Class Specifications | Library Clerk | Class Spec Details (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofmaricopaaz/classspecs/1321068?keywords=6083&pagetype=classSpecifications)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications
+ Complimentary membership for employee to Copper Sky Multigenerational Center
+ Paid Sick Leave
01
The City of Maricopa Library is open from 09:00 am - 07:00 pm from Monday through Thursday and 09:00 am to 06:00 pm from Friday through Saturday with opening shifts starting as early as 08:00 am. Please detail the specific days and times you would be available to work during this time frame.
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Employer
City of Maricopa
Address
39700 West Civic Center Plaza
Maricopa, Arizona, 85138
Phone
520-316-6805
Website
http://www.maricopa-az.govApply
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Employment TypeFull Time
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Experiential Learning Assistant Librarian
Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ 86011Posted 8 daysExperiential Learning Assistant Librarian
Location: Cline Library
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 608291
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/
About NAU
Northern Arizona University serves almost 30,000 students. We are a vibrant community, with 21,000 students in Flagstaff—the home of our largest campus—and the remainder online or at our 20+ statewide locations. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.
Committed to an inclusive university environment, NAU has all the benefits of a large institution with a personal touch. We carefully balance teaching, scholarship, and service for faculty members. Supporting our core value of student-centrism, NAU's faculty members promote learning and help students reach academic milestones.
Flagstaff is an outdoorsy mountain town with four seasons and a thriving cultural scene. Located at 7,000 feet, Flagstaff houses 70,000 people and sits at the base of the sacred San Francisco Peaks.
For more about inclusive excellence at NAU, visit the https://in.nau.edu/center-for-university-access-and-inclusion/.
About the Department/College
Northern Arizona University's Cline Library on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus supports the varied needs of our students, faculty, staff, researchers, and the broader community. In 2024 we served over 384,000 users in the library, providing a number of spaces that help the NAU community learn, design, create, and share their academic and personal projects. Specific to this position, the MakerLab provides a wide selection of technology, equipment, and services including 3D printing/scanning, laser cutting, poster printing, technology lending, project consultations, and open workshops. Our seven creation studios support photography, graphic design, audio and video production, and extended reality experiences.
About the Position
Northern Arizona University's Cline Library seeks a creative, collaborative, innovative, and knowledgeable Experiential Learning Librarian. Reporting to the Head of User Services and Experience, the successful candidate will coordinate the delivery of an exceptional and immersive user experience by overseeing, expanding, and building campus-wide partnerships around creation spaces in the library. The Experiential Learning Librarian will provide overall leadership for the library's experiential learning spaces and oversee, expand, and promote the library's efforts to provide outstanding immersive user experiences leveraging the learning spaces and technologies including the MakerLab and Creation Studios. This position actively seeks, identifies, recommends, and implements new experiential learning spaces and services that support and promote learning, creativity, and innovation.
Working closely with the library's Research and Instruction Services unit and other stakeholders, this position will forge effective partnerships with internal and external partners, serving as the primary liaison to faculty, students, undergraduate and graduate academic and research programs, school and community groups, and other users of the library's experiential learning spaces.
This is a twelve-month, non-continuing status eligible, academic professional position at the Assistant Librarian rank.
Responsibilities Include:
• Provide overall leadership and vision for creation spaces in the library including budgeting, operations, and assessment
• Keep abreast of developments in current and emerging technologies as well as trends in academic library engagement with programs in innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Provide programming that promotes innovative and immersive learning, including course-based instruction and regularly scheduled workshops that support NAU's academic and research goals.
• Lead and supervise an experiential learning unit of one full-time classified staff and multiple student employees whose work supports current and future direction of learning spaces.
• Serve as the primary liaison to NAU faculty, students, community groups, and agencies to increase the impact of experiential learning spaces in Cline Library.
• Develop and participate in outreach activities, with the support of other library employees, on campus and in the community to demonstrate experiential learning space capabilities and introduce tools, technologies, and services. Help prepare promotional materials for these programs.
• In collaboration with other library staff, pursue grants and other funding opportunities to support and enhance the library's creation spaces.
• Seek out and participate in professional development opportunities demonstrating a commitment to excellence, learning, and innovation in the rapidly changing environments of higher education and libraries. This growth not only is responsive to the current needs of society and the institution but also anticipates evolving needs. Lifelong learning and development demonstrate both individual and organizational commitment. It is the responsibility of each academic professional to manage formal and informal learning opportunities through assessing their skills and knowledge for current and anticipated areas of responsibility.
• Seek out and participate in service opportunities which align with candidate's professional skills, expertise, and contribute to the success of the library's experiential learning and user services programs and partnerships. Service is characterized by the use of professional expertise to serve the interests of the library, the university, the community (local, state, national, or international), or higher education.
• As part of a shared responsibility for all User Services and Experience staff, provide outstanding quality customer service and comprehensive information, research, and referral support at the Ask Us! Desk, virtually through chat and web conferencing software, by phone, and through email.
• Maintain a high level of awareness of library policies and procedures and apply them appropriately to user interactions.This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
This position is posted as Experiential Learning Assistant Librarian, which is a working title. The NAU system title for this position is Assistant Librarian.
Minimum Qualifications
• ALA-accredited graduate degree from a library or information service program or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Supervisory experience.Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience working in creation spaces including, but not limited to, makerspaces, innovation creation spaces, audio production studios, and virtual reality labs.
• Experience with outreach activities to promote a program or service.
• Customer service experience.
• Instructional experience.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative and inclusive environment, one that values and leverages the benefits of diverse perspectives; this includes establishing work priorities, setting performance expectations, achieving goals, and directing work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Strong knowledge of issues and technology trends (emphasis on maker and user technology) and a strong commitment to keeping up with innovative technologies.
• Ability to supervise others effectively and foster a respectful, positive environment for direct reports.
• Experience in budget management.
• Knowledgeable of a variety of library services and content management systems and software utilized in academic libraries.
• Ability to design and deliver effective training and instruction for students and community users of varied backgrounds, ages, and experience levels.
• Ability to design and develop efficient, effective workflows and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to learn innovative technologies and associated processes quickly without formal training.
• Evidence of a high level of productivity and flexibility when working independently or in teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple, conflicting, and shifting priorities while remaining positive and productive.
• Ability to remain calm and respectful under pressure or during difficult interactions.Compensation & Benefits
Salary range begins at $61,000. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
This is an Academic Professional (APF) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System or the Optional Retirement Program; 22 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/benefits/. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. If a new employee chooses the ASRS retirement option, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, will begin on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), which is an alternative to the ASRS plan for faculty and other appointed staff, will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. Additionally, the long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election. More information is available at the NAU https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/.
Pre-Employment Check
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/ is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Submit Your Application
Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before April 7, 2025 will receive full consideration.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description (if viewing this position through the NAU HR website). Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to http://nau.jobs, follow the 'Current Openings' link, locate vacancy 608291, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.
Application must include (saved as PDF and/or Word documents):
• a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position;
• a curriculum vitae; and
• names and contact information for three references.
Please do not include any other documents.If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/employment-application-instructions/ or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6055869
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Field of InterestEducation
Employment TypeFull Time
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Library Aid
Air Education and Training Command Luke AFB, AZ 85307Posted 26 daysSummary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the library, on Luke AFB, AZ. It is a Flexible position, 0-40 hours per week and no benefits. Physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching and pushing. Must be physically able to frequently lift of up to 40 pounds. Be able to reach up to 72 inches with or without the assistance of a step stool. Responsibilities Shelves books, magazines, and other library materials ensuring all materials are reshelved in correct order. Reviews the library collection to ensure library materials are maintained in correct order in their assigned areas. Checks conditions of books in designated areas, removes obsolete/damaged materials for review by a librarian, and performs minor mending. Processes new, rebound, and reconditioned library materials for circulation and reference according to established procedures. Assists with annual inventory of collection. Assists with automated and manual circulation duties, registering and deleting customers, charging and discharging library materials, taking request for reserves and interlibrary loans, and checking to ensure those requests are filled. Assists with processing overdue. Explains library rules to users and ensures that users observe library rules. Assists users in locating books and information using the Integrated Library System (ILS), online databases and other Internet resources and on the shelves, referring difficult questions to lead technician or librarian. Performs routine clerical tasks such as answering the telephone, taking messages, and referring callers or visitors to the appropriate staff member. Assists in maintaining and updating library statistics and filing. Assists in office account duties as needed. Uses a variety of computer and word processing software to prepare, email and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other documents. Following established procedures, assists with the library procurement/ acquisition process. Assists in implementing programs, publicity, and the marketing of library services. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12694617 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/04/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in responsible clerical or office work of any kind that demonstrates the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of the position. Must have prior customer service experiences. Must have experience or training that demonstrates the ability to perform simple computer and word processing. Typing skills are desirable. Must possess skill in dealing with the public. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is included in a bargaining unit. Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1547.
Employment TypeFull Time
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