City of Phoenix is hiring: Library Assistant - Phoenix Public Library in Phoenix

Library Assistant - Phoenix Public Library

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About This Position

Phoenix Public Library serves a diverse clientele of over 4.8 million people, with a central library and 16 branches. The library offers collections in multiple languages, a full range of cutting‑edge electronic resources, and customer‑focused public services.

Library Assistants provide highly skilled direct public information service or service support. They conduct children’s story time or teen programming, help students with college and financial aid forms, teach basic computer or workforce readiness classes, assist with library collection maintenance, and work in the community to promote reading, higher education, and library services. They work independently under the general supervision of a Librarian or Branch Manager. The ideal candidate must be able to multitask, resolve problems, and work with a diverse customer base in a fast‑paced environment. The Library Department is currently hiring for full‑time and part‑time positions throughout the Phoenix area.

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to communicate well and work effectively in a team environment while providing excellent customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish may be useful depending on location.

Salary

Pay Range: $19.54 to $31.82 per hour. Hiring Range: $19.54 to $22.61 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a program that imparts a broad liberal education.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
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• The City job description can be found here.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching or presenting programs to the public for adults, teens, and/or children.
• Working in a paid library position.
• Providing excellent customer service.

Recruitment Dates

Recruitment closes November 10, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

How to Apply

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume as one document. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.