Librarian I - Richard Elias-Mission Library
About The Position
The Richard Elias-Mission Library serves as a vital community hub in Tucson sitting at a meaningful geographic intersection. For many Tohono O’odham and Pascua Yaqui community members, the library is one of the first public buildings encountered when traveling into the city from nearby tribal lands positioning the site as both a gateway and a place of belonging. The surrounding area is also home to generations of Mexican, Mexican American, Black, and African American families, whose histories, traditions, and cultural presence continue to shape the identity, vibrancy, and rhythms of daily life in the region. We are seeking a librarian with experience in age group birth through 8 year who leads with purpose and a deep commitment to serving a diverse and vibrant community. This people centered leader will empower and mentor staff, embrace change with confidence, and strive to make a lasting, positive impact. As a member of the service level programming team, the hired candidate will support and take a leadership role to engage the Mission Library community. In this role, you will be part of the library in charge team, develop and implement story time, and children’s programming as well as take part in outreach and school visits as needed. The selected individual will play a pivotal role in leading the successful opening of the new building and shaping its future. This position may be required to work rotating shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Library Science, Liberal Arts, Social Science, Information Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND three years of experience in libraries, customer service, education, social services or fields of similar scope.
- Valid driver license is required at time of application.
- Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in library and information science
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Minimum one (1) year experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Minimum one (1) year working in a public library
- Minimum one (1) year experience working with ages birth through 8 years of age
Responsibilities
- Oversees assigned service area within a library such as youth services or adult services by developing, presenting, and coordinating services inclusive of all members of the public including vulnerable populations
- Serves as supervisor in charge of the library as assigned
- Assists members of the public by finding and relaying library and community resource information including providing assistance in using the library’s collections, catalog, technology, and equipment
- Develops, facilitates, and/or presents 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
- Supervises library employees, volunteers, and/or interns by training, scheduling, and evaluating performance, making recommendations regarding probationary periods, employee discipline, and other human resources-related matters
- Incorporates and implements public service best practices, including culturally competent community-driven programming, public relations, problem solving, conflict management and complaint resolution
- Utilizes conflict management skills to de-escalate and address unexpected problems or potentially volatile situations and complete associated documentation
- Performs facilities management duties by monitoring and reporting maintenance issues and investigating or resolving operational or technical issues
- Participates in or facilitates systemwide committee meetings focused on youth services, adult services, library strategic directions or core values and attend relevant continuing education trainings and workshops to incorporate current best practices in a particular service level
- 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
Benefits
- Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
- Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
- Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
