The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Library Specialist (part-time, temporary, non-benefited) for our Book Mobile. This position serves at the discretion of the department director. The work schedule is 19 hours a week, with occasional weekend and evening hours.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative 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

• 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

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a passion for Early Literacy and the ability to work with parents of children aged 0–5. This team member will play a key role in preparing and delivering engaging early literacy programs in the library and throughout the community, including on our brand-new mobile library. A strong commitment to customer service, teamwork, and collaboration is essential. Additional responsibilities include evaluating services and materials and applying foundational library standards, procedures, and techniques to support the daily operations of our mobile library. Experience working with Spanish-speaking customers is highly valued. 

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

• Fluent in Spanish and English

• Experience providing early literacy programming or instruction

• Experience with library outreach