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Salary: $20.56 Hourly
Location : 175 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ
Job Type: Part-time, Temporary
Job Number: 2700056
Department: Community Services
Division: 4310-LIBRARY
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Community Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Library Assistant (part-time, temporary, non-benefited) at our Sunset Library Branch. This position serves at the discretion of the department director. The position is scheduled to work up to 19 hours per week, including weekend and evening shifts.
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
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 life-long 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
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with excellent time management skills and the ability to be self-sufficient in completing assigned tasks.
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Minimum qualifications
• A High School Diploma or GED; and
• 1 year of customer service experience involving frequent public contact; and
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Desired qualifications
• At least one year of paid work experience in a public library setting.
The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please
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Have you successfully obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalency?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 1 year of customer service experience involving frequent public contact?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience and where it was obtained.
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Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least one year of paid work experience in a public library setting?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience, including your job title, employer, dates of employment, and primary responsibilities.
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Are you willing and able to work a varied schedule, including evenings, nights, and weekends, based on the needs of the department?

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• No

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Are you proficient in using computer software programs, internet resources, and digital resources, including eBooks?

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• No

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If yes, please describe your experience, including the types of software and digital resources you have used.
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Do you have experience handling money and processing cash transactions in a cashiering or customer service capacity?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience, including your responsibilities related to handling money and processing cash transactions.
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