Library Circulation Attendant III - Phoenix Public Library Job at City of Phoeni

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Library Circulation Attendant III - Phoenix Public Library

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Library Circulation Attendant III - Phoenix Public Library

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About This Position

The Phoenix Public Library (PPL) serves a diverse multiethnic 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. PPL is a large system seeking motivated candidates to advance their career opportunities through a pathway designed for upward mobility. We offer a variety of development opportunities for supervisors through leadership and mentor programs. Join this innovative team today!

About This Position

The PPL is looking for a Library Circulation Attendant III to supervise the circulation activities of the Harmon Library. The first branch of the Phoenix Public Library System, the Harmon Library is nestled in Central City South, which is between the Downtown and South Phoenix Communities. Harmon Library serves a diverse multiethnic clientele that includes English, Spanish and Chinese speakers.

Responsibilities Include

Supervises, selects, and evaluates Library Circulation Attendants and Library Page.
Trains Library Circulation Attendants and Library Page on library procedures and policies.
Plans, directs and coordinates the activities of the circulation and sort teams to ensure coverage and quality service.
Keeps accurate, up-to-date records of work and leave time for assigned staff.
Checks library materials in and out and enters transaction records into an integrated library system.
Serves as the lead for processing and submission of payroll.
Serves as the Person In Charge (PIC) in the absence of the Manager and Assistant Manager.
Manages customer accounts and resolves difficult or unusual problems related to circulation.
Explains Library Circulation Policies clearly and accurately to customers and staff.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Demonstrates superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.
Manages the usage, financial accounting and documentation and maintenance of cash kiosks, coin towers and safe.
Directs and coordinates completion of periodic library reports.
Leads and manages the creation and submission of supply and special orders and tracks received purchases.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, resolve problems, and work with a diverse customer base in a fast-paced environment.

SALARY

Pay Range : $21.54 to $40.61 per hour.

Hiring Range : $21.54 to $26.18 per hour.

Pay Range Explanation

Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.

Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes :

Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details : Pension Information

401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions

Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA / HDHP plans

Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan

Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually

Dental, vision, and life insurance options

Employer paid long-term disability

Free Bus / light rail pass

Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year

Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days

Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit : Unit 007 Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of library clerical experience.

Including one year of experience at a circulation desk with limited supervisory responsibilities (one year at the level of Library Circulation Attendant II).

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.

For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here .

The City job description can be found here .

Preferred Qualifications

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus :

Experience With

Working with an Integrated Library System (ILS), Polaris, or similar software.

Circulation experience in a library setting.

Supervising staff in a professional environment and training staff on policy and procedures.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes August 20, 2025. All materials must be received by 11 : 59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

How To Apply

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

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REFERENCE

Library Circulation Attnd III, JC : 01570, ID# 58766, 8 / 6 / 25, USM, AJ, Benefits : 007

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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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

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Full-time

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