5654 - Librarian I (Ajo, Arizona)

Salary: $49,763.00 - $69,668.00 Annually
Location : Ajo, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-02027
Department: County Free Library
Division: LIB AJO
Opening Date: 12/22/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
FLSA: Exempt
Position Description
Salary Grade: 10
Pay Range:
Hiring Range: $49,763 - $59,715 Annually
Full Range: $49,763 - $69,668 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Are you seeking the opportunity to work on exciting projects and contribute to a mission-driven agency? The Pima County Public Library is pleased to welcome applicants for a Librarian position with the Salazar-Ajo Library in Ajo, Arizona.
This full-time, exempt position assists the managing Librarian in developing and implementing programs and services. In addition, this position assists in maintaining the collection, circulation services, supervision, and acting as in-charge supervisor in the absence of the managing Librarian.
Ajo, Arizona is an unincorporated community in the southwest corner of Pima County. Beginning as a mining community, Ajo is redefining itself as a retirement and tourism locale, complete with a growing population of artists and craftspeople. Nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Ajo is in close proximity to the Tohono O'odham Nation and, just 15 miles south, along the Sonora, Mexico border is Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, honored by UNESCO as an International Biosphere Reserve for its biodiversity. Residents and travelers enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic drives, camping, and abundant desert wildlife. With clear night skies, stargazing is always appreciated.
The Pima County Public Library (PCPL) acknowledges the sovereignty of Native Nations and acknowledges the twenty-two federally recognized Indigenous tribes of the state of Arizona and those who inhabit Pima County. We honor the vast and often unrecognized contributions and sacrifices of Indigenous people and are conscious of the ongoing experience of inequality and political invisibility. In partnership with Native Nations, PCPL advocates for full access to its education, information, and recreational resources.
For more information about the Pima County Public Library, please visit their website at
Equal Opportunity Employer / Americans with Disabilities Act Compliant / Drug-Free Workplace.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be evaluated further based on their supplemental questionnaire responses. Applications will also be evaluated against some (or all) of the preferred qualifications listed above. Forty (40) hours per week is the standard calculation measurement for full-time experience; for less than forty (40) hours, the calculation of time is prorated accordingly.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Develops, facilitates, and/or present evidence-based educational programs and services, including early literacy programs, community outreach activities, youth advisory boards, and computer and technology instruction in person or virtually;
Participates in the system-wide in-person or virtual committee meetings focused on children's services, youth services, or adult services and attend relevant continuing education trainings and workshops in order to incorporate current best practices in a particular service level;
Oversees assigned unit(s) within a library such as children's services, youth services, or adult services by developing, presenting, and coordinating services inclusive of diverse members of the public, vulnerable individuals, and non-English speakers;
Supervises assigned unit(s) through direct supervision of library employees, volunteers, and/or interns by training, scheduling, and evaluating performance, making recommendations regarding probationary periods, employee discipline, and human resources issues in coordination with library management and other County departments;
Manages, coordinates, and determines priorities of workload, including monitoring levels of resources, establishing timelines, assigning work, monitoring progress, recommending changes and suggestions, writing, reviewing, and editing reports prepared by staff, and approving completed projects and reports;
Coordinates and participates in the provision of internal and external services; Manages payroll data for direct reports within assigned unit(s);
Creates, maintains, and analyzes databases using automated information systems to monitor and track information, such as customer feedback and/or community demographics and compile, edit, and summarize data to prepare reports, recommendations, memoranda, letters, and various documents;
Utilizes conflict management skills to de-escalate and handle unexpected problems or potentially dangerous situations and complete associated documentation;
Provides assistance to members of the public by finding and relaying community resource information;
Maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of information encountered or created within assigned unit(s) or division;
Promotes and educates customers on the use of library collections including the library's electronic resources with other County departments and public, school, private, legal, medical, engineering, educational and business libraries;
Performs facilities management duties by monitoring and reporting maintenance issues and investigating or resolving operational or technical issues;
Performs or coordinates servicing and maintenance of library resources, including the library's website and databases as well as software, equipment, and technology;
Performs or coordinates collection maintenance by recommending the acquisition of new materials, applying professional standards in collection maintenance activities;
Provides content for web pages for assigned topics;
Utilizes conflict management skills to de-escalate and address unexpected problems or potentially volatile situations and complete associated documentation;
May lead a department team or committee related to implementing library programs, policies, or initiatives in alignment with the Library's strategic goals under the direction of library administration and management;
May manage a library division with limited staff and perform all related duties, including creating annual Facilities Emergency Action Plans, implementing safety measures for staff and the public, and submitting reports and budget information.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:

• principles and practices for providing customer service;
• coordination and implementation of project management and public administration;
• current technologies, including common software platforms and associated programs as well as digital devices and equipment used in the library;
• business English, punctuation, grammar and spelling;
• local, county, state, federal and accreditation body rule, regulations, and standards appropriate to area of responsibility;
• public service best practices, including culturally competent community-driven programming, public relations, and conflict management complaint resolution;
• trends and advances in library management and resources;
• pertinent copyright law, rules, regulations and "fair use" doctrines;
• research and analysis methods;
• the different needs of diverse communities and cultures served by the library;
• ensures compliance with County protocols, policies and procedures relative to area of assignment.

Skill in:

• communicating effectively, orally and in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience;
• problem solving; decision making and conflict resolution;
• establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, colleagues, community agencies, organizations, and other library partners;
• supervising and mentoring support staff, interns, and volunteers using a strength-based approach;
• interpreting and utilizing data, reports, policies, procedures, correspondence, and manuals;
• documentation of assigned division(s)' activities, including the creation and maintenance of mandated records, reports and presentations;
• developing and maintaining a multi-media library collection;
• evaluating and culling the collection to maintain its integrity and usefulness;
• coordinating and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and program activities;
• use of automated information systems to develop and maintain databases, spreadsheets, and Word processing programs.

Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) from an accredited college or university and one year of customer service experience. (See Special Notice Items below for further requirements.)
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

1. Experience working in a Library.
2. Excellent conflict resolution skills.
3. Working experience in customer service.
4. Bilingual (English/Spanish - speak, read, write).
5. Experience communicating effectively in language(s) other than English or Spanish.
6. Experience working with children.
7. Experience working with teens.
8. Experience working with adult services.
9. Work experience helping customers of all ages from diverse backgrounds.
10. Experience with/knowledge of Microsoft Office, digital downloads, and PC troubleshooting.
11. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Some positions must obtain and maintain certain certifications by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Incumbent may be required to work rotating shifts, including weekends. Some positions may require bilingual abilities in English and a second language, as determined by the appointing authority.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
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.
Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by
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This position is located in the town of Ajo, Arizona. Are you interested in working at the Salazar-Ajo library?

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Are you available to work evenings as assigned?

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Are you available to work weekends as assigned?

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Are you Bilingual English/Spanish? Please select ALL that apply:

• I fluently speak Spanish
• I fluently read Spanish
• I fluently write Spanish
• I do not speak, read, or write in Spanish

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Please list any other language(s), other than English, in which you are verbally proficient. (Type "N/A" if not applicable):
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• < less than 2 years
• 2 years to < 4 years
• 4+ years

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Indicate number of years of experience working or volunteering with individuals living in poverty.

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• 2 years to < 4 years
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