Library Receptionist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.03 - $23.01 Hourly
Location : Appaloosa Library - 7377 E Silverstone Dr, Scottsdale, AZ
Job Type: PT Regular
Job Number: FY2627-00012
Division: Library Systems
Department: Appaloosa Library
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Introduction
Hiring for the Appaloosa Library
At Scottsdale Public Library, our mission is putting people at the heart of dynamic library services. We invite you to consider joining our innovative team in our efforts to achieve this mission.
How we put our patrons at the HEART of what we do:
Our team continually work towards providing outstanding services everyday and leaving our patrons feeling great after interacting with us. We like to keep things light by bringing fun and being a welcoming and inclusive library.
How we put you at the HEART of what we do:
Our organization prefers genuine learning and creativity. We want your unique perspective and skills to add to the make-up of how we serve Scottsdale residents.
About this Position
Checks in, re-shelves library materials, runs and searches Request lists, and weeds the collection based on present criteria in all areas of the library to provide the best possible accessibility for customers and staff.
Please note: Due to this position being part-time, the classification is unclassified, meaning it is at-will and serves at the discretion of the City. These positions have limited benefits.
Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $20.01/hourly.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience required to perform the job.

Licensing, Certifications and other Requirements

• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.
Essential Functions
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area within a department(s).
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Work Environment/Physical Demands
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Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits,
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking
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Are you a current City of Scottsdale employee?

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• No

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A high school diploma/GED is required for this position. Do you have a high school diploma / GED?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate any combination of training, education, and experience required to perform the job. Note: Must be listed in the Work Experience section of the application.
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This is a 25-hour-per-week position with a flexible schedule that may include some evening and weekend hours. Are you available to work evenings and weekends?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.

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