Library Materials Selector
Library Materials Selector
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Job Description
Posting Date
06/11/25Application Deadline
06/24/25Pay Range
$57000 - $86000 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Library DistrictAbout the Position
Are you looking for a position that will take advantage of your interest in upcoming book and movie releases Your skills may be an excellent resource for the Library Materials Selector role with the Maricopa County Library District!
As a Library Materials Selector you play a key role in curating our diverse and dynamic popular materials collection. Your enthusiasm for new books music and visual media is partnered with circulation statistics and vendor parameters to make data-informed purchasing decisions. You will collaborate with other administrative and branch staff on collection projects and maintenance including weeding and you identify community-specific collection trends and needs. Your self-motivation attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential to selecting and maintaining a high-quality high-circulating collection.
About Us
Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information Here is your opportunity to make a difference and feel good at the end of your workday!
At the Maricopa County Library District we are continuously working to support the changing needs of our diverse and connected community for all of Maricopa County. Our mission is to provide access to technology digital services and information to improve the quality of life for our residents. Choose a job with purpose. Choose a job with the Maricopa County Library District.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
One year of experience with collection development (e.g. selecting and weeding print media or e-resources and conducting research to determine collection needs)
Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school
We Also Value
Professional library experience which includes direct customer service
Public library experience
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Job Contributions
Selects and orders library materials in assigned areas print media and e-resources in English and other languages
Communicates and regularly collaborates with the branches contracted vendors the Collection Management Team and the Collection Administrator
Monitors budget expenditure and forecasts monthly purchasing needs
Reads title reviews maintains familiarity with hot titles and conducts research to determine collection needs and support selection duties
Drives to branches to perform collection tasks including weeding shifting staff training or assisting with Opening Day Collections
Compiles and reports required statistics
Performs database maintenance on MARC records to improve metadata
Working conditions
Approximately 90-95% of ones workday is spent seated in front of a computer position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
Will be required to travel occasionally to all branch locations throughout Maricopa County
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
