Job Description

1. LIBRARIAN
This position is responsible for categorizing and indexing books and materials received by
the Resource Center; assists inmates and staff in library use and with circulation of
materials/information; conducts research; assists in ordering library/resource materials;
responds to inquiries for research material; tracks library use; develops imaginative
methods to promote the Resource Center; supports the Arizona Department of Corrections
(ADC) educational program goals; attends meetings/trainings; and performs other duties
appropriate to the assignment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
KNOWLEDGE: Of principles and practices of professional library work including use of
standard library tools and the Dewey Decimal System; personal computers and software
including word processing, spreadsheets and library automation; and use of basic office
equipment.
SKILL: In interpersonal relationships; verbal and written communications; time management; organization; and customer
service.
ABILITY: To classify, track and catalog books and other resource materials; work in a correctional setting; conduct
inventories; maintain the Resource Center in a neat and orderly fashion; and learn and adhere to departmental policies and
procedures.
Preferred candidate will have a Bachelor of Arts in Library Sciences or related field; experience using the Auto Librarian
software application; and work experience in a correctional or library environment.
Employment is contingent on the successful applicant passing a background investigation and pre-employment drug test.
Employees seeking a transfer or voluntary grade decrease should refer to Department Order 504, Section 504.16, for
instructions and requirements.
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Comprehensive benefits package includes 12 days sick leave, 12 days vacation, and 10 holidays per year; health and dental
insurance; retirement plan; life insurance; and long-term disability insurance. Optional employee benefits include short-term
disability, deferred compensation, and supplemental life insurance.
State employees are subject to mandatory furlough days scheduled for FY 2011 (6 days) and in FY 2012 (6 days). A
furlough is time off without pay and equals 8 hours per day for full-time employees and is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative
format by contacting the Employment Unit Manager at (602) 771-2100. Requests should be made as early as possible to
allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation
Employer.
How to Apply: Get a referral card from YPIC, and apply online at www.azstatejobs.gov/internal. Create an account and copy-and-paste or
build your resume online. Once you have received a confirmation that your account and resume have been established, you must still apply
for the position for which you are interested.
Apply for the position by clicking on the “apply button” for each announcement. Be sure to print the “confirmation page” as it is your record
that you have successfully applied for the position. Attach the YPIC referral card to your confirmation and have it ready to present if you
are called for an interview.
3834 W. 16th Street • 928-329-0990 • Fax: 928-782-9558TTY (928) 329-6466 • www.ypic.com
YPIC is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
YPIC es un empleador que ofrece Igualdad De Oportunidades /Programas Se le Haran Disponible Cuando Solicite Ayuda Auxiliar Y Servicios
Adicionales Para Personas Con Incapacidades.