Security Officer

Posting Date

05/28/26

06/04/26

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.00 - $25.25 hourly

Full Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.50 hourly

This position is part-time  hours per week and is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

Unclassified

Library District

The Part-Time Security Officer performs routine security services in library buildings, including patrol services, assistance with emergency services, and operational functions to maintain the safety and security of the staff and general public.

This is a part-time position that will provide coverage for our Georgia T. Lord Library.

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.

• Work with a greater purpose
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Ability to gain experience in a library setting
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

• One year of security, law enforcement, public safety, or customer-intensive public service experience
• High school diploma or GED

• Within 3 months of hire, candidate will be required to complete a series of on-the-job library customer service and situational awareness trainings to assist with de-escalation, safety, and security techniques
• Must complete a background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to secure and maintain an Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Conduct frequent patrols of the library (interior and exterior)
• Listen and watch for escalated situations and be prepared to assist staff when necessary
• Assist with library opening and closing duties
• Ensure that customers are adhering to behavior expectations/code of conduct
• Respond to staff requests for assistance as needed
• Assist staff with trespass situations
• Respond to security gate alarms
• Greet customers as they enter the library
• Complete customer incident reports as needed
• Assist customers with weapons locker use (if applicable)
• Submit daily activity reports to branch manager

• Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
• Work is performed at a security station and will require frequent walking and patrolling assigned facilities

• 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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback to initiate the interactive process.