Part-Time Library Specialist-Outreach Services

Salary

$16+/hr

Location

Gloucester, VA, VA, US

Type

Part-time

Education

Associate

Source

GovernmentJobs

Description

Are  you looking for a position that combines both your organizational and customer service skills? Gloucester County is in search of a part-time Library Specialist to offer Outreach Services for our awesome Gloucester Community. 

Are you energetic, a self-starter, and have a passion for customer service? If so, we want you to join our team!

This is a part-time position, requiring approximately 20 hours per week.

Under supervision, performs para-professional library work developing and delivering outreach services in the County. Performs circulation duties, readers’ advisory and reference and conducts programs for all ages; drives the outreach vehicle and ensures timely vehicle maintenance.

Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in all contacts with library patrons and the public. 

Reports to Library Director. 

• Coordinates and develops special programs/classes/events/activities for community locations including, but not limited to, assisted living facilities, schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and community events. 
• Develops routes and schedules outreach visits in the County. 
• Assists patrons with reader services and inquiries regarding various topics.
• Performs tasks at in-house circulation desks as needed. 
• Assists patrons with the use of computers and other equipment including copiers and printers. 
• Assists patrons with the use of library databases.
• Answers phone, opens/closes library locations on rotating shifts, and provides technical assistance to patrons using library computers, printers, copiers, and other public equipment. 
• Registers patrons for library programs and based on assignment, may assist with implementing and promoting special events and activities. 
• Attends seminars and workshops relevant to library services. 
• May operate County vehicle to retrieve and distribute interoffice mail, deposit monies, and transport library materials and supplies between County libraries. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

For a complete job description: Library Specialist-Outreach Services 

• Possession of a high school diploma/GED supplemented by secondary coursework in child development, children/adult literature. Associate Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of progressive experience in public library work. 
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SUBMIT AN ONLINE APPLICATION THAT INCLUDES A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND (3) PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES.

Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related.  Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.  

Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace

OUR Community: Gloucester County 

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