Job Details

Posting Date

05/19/25

Application Deadline

06/02/25

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $78,000 - $97,000 annually
Full Range: $78,000 - $116,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Library District

About the Position

If you have experience providing excellent customer service, inspiring teamwork with strong leadership, and contributing to the success of your community, then overseeing the White Tank Library as the Branch Manager may be the position for you. As you collaborate with your team, other library district staff, and community organizations, you will have the opportunity to enrich lives by offering innovative programs and services and establishing meaningful partnerships. Consider joining us to become the leader of a dynamic group of staff dedicated to serving a diverse community in a fast-growing area surrounded by the beautiful White Tank Mountains.

About Us

Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information? 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 a purpose. Choose 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
• Child care benefits, including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• 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
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Four (4) years of professional library experience which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience
• A Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school

We Also Value

Preference will be given to candidates who possess previous public library experience.

Job Contributions

• Manage the operations of a large branch library
• Uphold Library District service standards and model exceptional MCLD citizenship
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers using the Library District's Great Expectations customer service model
• Develop performance plans, monitor performance, coach/counsel and evaluate staff
• Schedule staff for work shifts and at the customer service desk
• Monitor the branch budget for part-time staff and supplies
• Identify needs and provide recommendations for improving branch operations
• Implement, monitor, and report results of strategic initiatives developed for the Library District
• Understand all Library District products and material types and promote use by customers
• Maintain a vibrant and attractive collection by employing merchandising techniques, presenting engaging displays, and following adopted collection maintenance practices
• Plan and conduct programs for the public

Working Conditions

This position requires travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County business. Therefore, a valid Arizona Driver License is required by the time of hire. This position may require work outside of normal working hours, including evenings and weekends, based on branch operating hours. The physical environment of this position requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. This position requires the ability to carry 10 pounds a distance of 50 feet, push/pull 50 pounds a distance of 100 feet, lift 15 pounds from floor to waist, lift 10 pounds waist to shoulder, and lift 5 pounds shoulder to overhead.

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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