Collections Maintenance Assistant (Library Assistant I)

Augusta Correctional Center; Verona (VA); Vor Ort; USD 18.000 - 26.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Augusta County Library in Virginia seeks a part-time Collection Maintenance Assistant to keep the library system's physical collections organized, accurate, and in good condition. The role splits time between collection maintenance across locations and public service shifts at Fishersville.

Under supervision, you will perform inventory, labeling, repair, processing, and assist patrons with catalogs, eBooks, and digital resources.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, library procedures, circulation practices, classification systems, and basic material repair techniques.
• Ability to learn and accurately use an integrated library system; familiarity with MARC bibliographic records is a plus.
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, scanners, printers, and standard office technology.
• Strong customer-service skills and the ability to interact tactfully with patrons of all ages and backgrounds.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay accurate during repetitive tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously and to work both independently and as part of a team.

Aufgaben

• Provide routine collection maintenance at all library locations as assigned and help branch staff keep collections organized to consistent standards.
• Identify materials that are damaged, worn, outdated, missing, or misplaced.
• Assist with rebalancing collections among library locations based on collection size, available shelving, circulation activity, and community needs, including pulling, preparing, and relocating materials for transfer.
• Pull materials identified for withdrawal, replacement, repair, or further evaluation, and assist with weeding projects under the direction of Collections staff.
• Address problems found during rebalancing projects, such as insufficient space, damaged or missing items, or classification concerns.
• Take part in inventories, shelf audits, collection counts, and changes to classification or browsing arrangements.
• Clean, repair, label, barcode, and cover materials, including replacing worn labels, spine markings, and other identifiers.
• Input, edit, and update item and bibliographic records in the integrated library system (ILS) and generate collection reports as needed.
• Welcome patrons and provide courteous, equitable, and helpful service in person, by telephone, and by email.
• Check materials in and out, empty book drops, process holds, register patrons for library cards, and assist with routine account questions.
• Help patrons locate materials and use the library catalog, eBooks and other digital resources, public computers, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Answer routine questions and refer those requiring additional expertise to the appropriate staff member.
• Protect patron privacy and confidentiality and help maintain a welcoming, safe, and orderly public service environment.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures when assigned.
• Work cooperatively with staff across the library system, participate in training, and adapt to changing procedures and technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Scanners

Printers

Jobbeschreibung

Collections Maintenance Assistant (Library Assistant I)

• Type: Part Time
• Posted Date: 11/02/2026 3:36 PM
• Deadline to Apply: 11/16/2026 5:00 PM

At Augusta County Library, we take the time to listen, build trust, and work together to connect people with the information and support they need. Whether that means technology help, finding the right book, connecting someone to local services, or simply being a welcoming place to land, our staff plays a direct role in strengthening the community we all call home—and we’re looking to add to that team.

The Collection Maintenance Assistant keeps the library system’s physical collections organized, accurate, and in good condition. The position divides its time between collection maintenance across all library locations, in coordination with Collections and branch staff, and scheduled shifts at public service desks at the Fishersville location. Work is performed under general supervision and follows established library policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collection Maintenance and Rebalancing

• Provide routine collection maintenance at all library locations as assigned and help branch staff keep collections organized to consistent standards.
• Identify materials that are damaged, worn, outdated, missing, or misplaced.
• Assist with rebalancing collections among library locations based on collection size, available shelving, circulation activity, and community needs, including pulling, preparing, and relocating materials for transfer.
• Pull materials identified for withdrawal, replacement, repair, or further evaluation, and assist with weeding projects under the direction of Collections staff.
• Address problems found during rebalancing projects, such as insufficient space, damaged or missing items, or classification concerns.
• Take part in inventories, shelf audits, collection counts, and changes to classification or browsing arrangements.

Materials Processing and Records

• Clean, repair, label, barcode, and cover materials, including replacing worn labels, spine markings, and other identifiers.
• Input, edit, and update item and bibliographic records in the integrated library system (ILS) and generate collection reports as needed.

Customer Service and Circulation

• Welcome patrons and provide courteous, equitable, and helpful service in person, by telephone, and by email.
• Check materials in and out, empty book drops, process holds, register patrons for library cards, and assist with routine account questions.
• Help patrons locate materials and use the library catalog, eBooks and other digital resources, public computers, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Answer routine questions and refer those requiring additional expertise to the appropriate staff member.
• Protect patron privacy and confidentiality and help maintain a welcoming, safe, and orderly public service environment.

General Library Support

• Assist with opening and closing procedures when assigned.
• Work cooperatively with staff across the library system, participate in training, and adapt to changing procedures and technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, library procedures, circulation practices, classification systems, and basic material repair techniques.
• Ability to learn and accurately use an integrated library system. Familiarity with MARC bibliographic records is a plus.
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, scanners, printers, and standard office technology.
• Strong customer-service skills and the ability to interact tactfully with patrons of all ages and backgrounds.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay accurate during repetitive tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously and to work both independently and as part of a team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. A typical qualifying background includes a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in library work, customer service, inventory, or detailed database entry. Previous library experience is strongly preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods, with intermittent sitting at a public service desk or computer workstation.
• Frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and turn while retrieving and shelving materials from floor level to above shoulder height, using an approved step stool when necessary.
• Perform repetitive hand and finger movements while handling, shelving, scanning, labeling, and processing materials.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and push and maneuver loaded book carts.
• Read call numbers, labels, barcodes, fine print, and computer screens.
• Work indoors at multiple library locations with moderate noise, frequent interruptions, and occasional exposure to book dust.

These demands describe activities commonly associated with the essential functions of the position and are not qualification standards. Augusta County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals as required by applicable law.

LOCATION

Fishersville Library; 1759 Jefferson Highway, Fishersville, VA 22939. Collection maintenance duties include regular work at all Augusta County Library locations. Library staff vehicles are provided for travel between branches.

HOURS

This is a part-time, 20-hours per week position. The schedule includes alternating Saturdays, with a Friday shift on weeks without a Saturday. Candidates must be available for this schedule. Remaining hours may include daytime and evening shifts, Monday through Friday, based on library operating and coverage needs. Staffing hours at the Fishersville Branch are Monday through Saturday, 8:30AM to 8:00PM. The position is on-site and in-person.

HOURLY WAGE

$16.22/hour

The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.