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Piedmont Virginia Community College

Piedmont Virginia Community College is hiring: Library Specialist (afternoon/eve

Piedmont Virginia Community College, Richmond, VA, United States, 23236

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Posting Summary

Working Title
Library Specialist (afternoon/evening)

Role Title
Library Specialist II

Role Code
29052-SW

FLSA
Nonexempt

Pay Band
01

Position Number
282W0521

Agency
Piedmont Virginia Community College

Division
Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location
Albemarle - 003

Hiring Range
$31.24/hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel
No

EEO Category
B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time
Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday through Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., spring and fall when classes are in session. No summer, no benefits. This position is part time, with no benefits, and does not exceed 29 hours/week.

This is an on-campus position.

Sensitive Position
No

Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia - principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

Position Title: Library Specialist, Part-time

Department: Library

Employment Type: Part-time/hourly

Purpose: PVCC is accepting applications for a part-time Library Specialist, Monday through Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This position works only when classes are in session during the fall and spring semesters, no summers. Primary responsibilities include answering reference questions, teaching face-to-face information literacy sessions, working in Canvas to provide embedded librarian services, and assisting at the circulation desk. This position is part time, with no benefits, and does not exceed 29 hours/week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Under the direction of the reference/instructional librarian, delivers bibliographic instruction or information literacy sessions to groups in the library or online and provides embedded librarian services via Canvas.
  • Teaches information literacy sessions at the library during work hours.
  • Answers reference questions from students, faculty, staff, and community, including but not limited to how to find books and/or articles in the print and/or electronic collections. Answers questions in person, chat, email, or phone.
  • Completes research requests on behalf of incarcerated students.
  • Communicates effectively and respectfully with students and staff from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Assists the reference/instructional librarian with the scheduling of classes and with the collection of statistics for classes or other projects or programs.
  • Maintains the handout collection, ensuring that it is always stocked, and orders new copies from the Copy Center as needed.
  • Assists users with technical issues (copiers/printers, computers, laptops, etc.).
  • Maintains currency with the library's print and electronic resources.
  • Provides support for the circulation desk as needed (such as during circulation assistant's breaks or absences)
  • Covers Saturday shifts as needed in the absence of the reference/instructional librarian. Saturday hours are virtual only.
  • Performs other duties and carries out special projects as assigned by the reference/instructional librarian.

    Candidates will be required to do an in-person teaching demonstration during the interview process.


Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or master's degree in Library and Information Systems (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution or interested candidates may be in the process of obtaining an MLS or MLIS.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Superior customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of and interest in teaching methods and pedagogy.
  • Public speaking skills.
  • Ability to tailor content delivery to audience level and needs.
  • Enthusiastic and energetic deliverer of content.
  • Possesses approachability, authority, and confidence.
  • Ability to work from lesson plans designed by the library's instructional designer.
  • Ability to follow instructions.
  • Motivated to grow and learn in this position.
  • Communicates well with supervisor, offers ideas, and seeks to collaborate.


Additional Considerations
  • Experience working in a community college setting
  • Teaching experience


Operation of a State Vehicle
No

Supervises Employees
No

Required Travel

minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
WGE_2401P

Recruitment Type
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies
1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
02/13/2025

Job Close Date
03/14/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website
www.pvcc.edu

Contact Name
Human Resources

Email
humanresources@pvcc.edu

Phone Number
4349616567

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Package must include-
•Online Application
•Resume
•Cover letter
•Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references

In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts (if required) must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Director, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M810, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/82334