Virginia's Community College System is hiring: Part-Time Library Assistant in Ri

Working Title: Part-Time Library Assistant
Role Title: Library Specialist I
Role Code: 29051-SW
FLSA: Nonexempt
Pay Band: 03
Position Number: 290W0009
Agency: Brightpoint Community College
Division: Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location: Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range: $12.41-$18.00 Hourly
Emergency/Essential Personnel: No
EEO Category: N-No EEO-4
Reporting: Part Time
Telework Options: Subject to change based on business needs
Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement: None

Work Schedule:
Library Assistants may be assigned to the Chester Campus or Midlothian Campus; 20-29 hours per week; schedule may include day and/or evening hours.

Job Description:
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and the third largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college serves students and the community at its two campuses, online, and in various locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality.

Brightpoint Library is seeking to fill a Library Assistant position. Under the supervision of the Library Director, Library Assistants work directly with students, faculty, and staff to provide information services. Responsibilities include:

1. Staffing the in-person and virtual Information Desk.
2. Responding to patron queries regarding library and other information resources.
3. Navigating common software platforms.
4. Troubleshooting computers and equipment.
5. Processing interlibrary loans.
6. Assisting with student orientation and engagement activities for the library.
7. Assisting with library promotional activities.

Special Assignments:
May be required to perform other duties as assigned, including assisting the agency or state government during emergencies.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
2. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
3. Ability to work collaboratively in a highly technological and team-oriented environment.
4. Flexibility and ability to adapt to ongoing change.
5. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check.

Additional Considerations:

1. Experience in a library, museum, archive, or bookstore.
2. Experience using online resources such as e-books, databases, social media, and streaming video.
3. Familiarity with Google Suite, MS Office, Teams, and Zoom.

Operation of a State Vehicle: No
Supervises Employees: No
Required Travel: Potentially between Chester and Midlothian Brightpoint campus libraries if needed.

Posting Number: WGE_2396P
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Position End Date (if temporary): N/A
Job Open Date: 02/13/2025
Job Close Date: 02/28/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Agency Website: www.brightpoint.edu
Contact Name: N/A
Email: N/A
Phone Number: N/A

Brightpoint Community College embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion. We strive to provide an enriching environment for all individuals. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

Additional Information:

1. The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation.

EEO Statement:
The Virginia Community College System is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

ADA Statement:
The VCCS will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement:
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