Youth Services Library Associate Jobs in Arizona

Salary: $20.46 - $30.69 Hourly
Location : Main Library, 300 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Part-Time; Non-Exempt; Tenure & Benefit Eligible
Job Number: 115-26-02
Division: Economic Vitality
Section: Library
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 10:00 PM Arizona
Work Week: Monday through Thursday. 8AM to 5PM. Some nights and weekends
Post-offer Requirements: Background
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Budgeted Min: $20.46
Budgeted Max: $25.58
Description
A Youth Services Library Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the library and its young patrons, providing reference assistance and reader's advisory services to children, teens, and their families. This dynamic role involves conducting engaging story times for various age groups, developing creative programming such as craft activities, book clubs, and educational workshops that inspire a love of reading and learning. The library specialist is responsible for curating and selecting age-appropriate materials including books, audiovisual resources, and digital content to build a robust youth collection that meets community needs. The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm, creativity, and strong communication skills to make the library a welcoming and exciting destination for young people.
By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on the community we serve.
Please note that this position is part time benefit eligible and is expected to work 32 hours a week.
Examples of the Work Performed
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Tracks and reports statistics for program area.
• Performs related duties, as assigned.
• Provides excellent customer service at a main service point within the library (the Youth Services desk).
• Assists patrons with computers and research (in person and on the phone).
• Handles patron complaints/comments, interprets policies in order to answer patron questions, handles emergencies and difficult situations (people and facilities), and maintains and distributes community information.
• Selects and deselects materials by assessing library's needs and ordering appropriate materials.
• Performs Reader's Advisory services.
• Plans, develops, and prepares youth programming (may include off site programming) including scheduling venue, preparing developmentally appropriate content and leading the program or booking and vetting the presenter, creating flyers or other promotional items, purchasing appropriate materials, and hosting programs. May also conduct early literacy story times.
• Places holds and finds materials for patrons.
• Assesses and markets library programs and services in order to provide the most relevant and needed services to the public.
• Helps staff with grant planning and assists with writing and implementation when needed.
• Assists patrons with use of the library online catalog (OPAC), online subscription databases and other electronic resources, the Internet, printing, and general computer use issues.

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Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associates degree or two years of college level coursework.
• Two years of experience working in a library including one year working with computers and on-line resources, including library circulation software.
• Must posses a valid Driver's license.
• Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible employment in the library field.
• Knowledge of the local community and its resources.
• Fluency in a language other than English, particularly Dine, Hopi, and/or Spanish.
• Experience in early childhood education, storytimes particularly for ages birth through 5 years, ability to offer bilingual storytimes a plus
• Experience planning, developing, and preparing library programming
• Experience talking about library services to groups.
• Basic knowledge of and experience with collection development/maintenance.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Basic understanding of communication and customer service principles. Demonstrates competent written and verbal communication.

Supplemental Information
CURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.
Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $34,045.44 - $51,068.16, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of approximately 12%
• Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers

Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.
The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!
The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.
INSURANCE
Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.
RETIREMENT
Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may make pre- or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click
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Please indicate your highest level of education.

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree or 60 college credits
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• I do not have any educational degrees

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How many years of experience working in a library do you have?

• None
• Zero to less than one year
• One to less than two years'
• Two to less than three years'
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

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Do you have at least one year working with computers and on-line resources, including library circulation software?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience presenting early literacy storytimes.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

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Please describe your experience developing or presenting library programs for youth.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

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Please describe your experience working with children's literature.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

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This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following range: $20.46 - $25.58. Are you okay with that pay range?

• Yes
• No

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