Chesterfield County, VA
Chesterfield County, VA is hiring: Library Assistant - Ettrick Matoaca Library (
Chesterfield County, VA, Chesterfield, VA, United States, 23838
Salary: $17.64 - $20.74 Hourly
Location : Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 25-00545
Department: Library
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date: 1/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED; one year of customer service experience (preferably in a public library); or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service;
Bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal skills desired;
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures;
Knowledge of basic library services and functions;
Ability to file alphabetically and numerically;
Ability to count money, operate and balance a cash register accurately;
Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and current library technologies;
Ability to problem solve; to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds and of varying ages;
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
WHO WE ARE:
Chesterfield Public Library is currently hiring for a part-time Library Assistant at our Ettrick Matoaca Library who shares our passion and who is willing to learn and apply the Chesterfield Public Library Way in customer interactions.
The Library Assistant provides service to the public including book check in/out, prepares material for circulation, basic clerical and computer operation. The Library Assistant for Ettrick Matoaca Library will:
- Reserve, circulate, renew and discharge books and other material.
- Answer routine telephone or in-person inquiries.
- Assist patrons with basic account services such as email account set up, resetting PIN numbers, printing documents, basic information request using the Internet and designated library resources, basic computer software use, technology hardware assistance with tablets, smart phones, kindles, etc.
- Collect fines and fees for library materials and services and process according to library procedures.
- Prepare various materials such as books, DVD's and other material for circulation
- Sorts and shelves various types of library materials and equipment; maintains shelves in proper order.
- Perform other work as required.
This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in library office, library locations and other professional settings; extensive use of computers and devices required. Light to medium, occasionally heavy, physical requirements which may include, sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling crouching, keyboarding, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal and reading; not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Please note: We are not able to accept resumes or other attachments via email. Application information that is submitted in any manner other than the Chesterfield County Careers web page is considered unsolicited and is not evaluated.
Shift
20 hours/week; shift varies; typically, Monday - Thursday 4:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.; Friday - Saturday 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.; includes weekend rotation
Work Location
Library - Ettrick Matoaca Branch
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For information on county benefits, view
Location : Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 25-00545
Department: Library
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date: 1/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED; one year of customer service experience (preferably in a public library); or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service;
Bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal skills desired;
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures;
Knowledge of basic library services and functions;
Ability to file alphabetically and numerically;
Ability to count money, operate and balance a cash register accurately;
Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and current library technologies;
Ability to problem solve; to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds and of varying ages;
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
WHO WE ARE:
Chesterfield Public Library is currently hiring for a part-time Library Assistant at our Ettrick Matoaca Library who shares our passion and who is willing to learn and apply the Chesterfield Public Library Way in customer interactions.
The Library Assistant provides service to the public including book check in/out, prepares material for circulation, basic clerical and computer operation. The Library Assistant for Ettrick Matoaca Library will:
- Reserve, circulate, renew and discharge books and other material.
- Answer routine telephone or in-person inquiries.
- Assist patrons with basic account services such as email account set up, resetting PIN numbers, printing documents, basic information request using the Internet and designated library resources, basic computer software use, technology hardware assistance with tablets, smart phones, kindles, etc.
- Collect fines and fees for library materials and services and process according to library procedures.
- Prepare various materials such as books, DVD's and other material for circulation
- Sorts and shelves various types of library materials and equipment; maintains shelves in proper order.
- Perform other work as required.
This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in library office, library locations and other professional settings; extensive use of computers and devices required. Light to medium, occasionally heavy, physical requirements which may include, sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling crouching, keyboarding, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal and reading; not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Please note: We are not able to accept resumes or other attachments via email. Application information that is submitted in any manner other than the Chesterfield County Careers web page is considered unsolicited and is not evaluated.
Shift
20 hours/week; shift varies; typically, Monday - Thursday 4:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.; Friday - Saturday 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.; includes weekend rotation
Work Location
Library - Ettrick Matoaca Branch
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For information on county benefits, view