Evening Operations Generalist - Library

Radford University; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University’s Library seeks an Evening Operations Generalist to deliver outstanding service and keep the library running smoothly during evening hours.

Work schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 3pm–midnight, at Radford City - Main Campus. Salary is $38,000–$42,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This classified staff role reports to the Library Department and offers an environment with events support and operational duties.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in working a schedule.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to library patrons.
• Assist with managing building operations.
• Prepare and report department statistics.
• Organize Front Desk and resource areas; support library events.

Skills

Customer service

Reliability & flexibility

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Evening Operations Generalist - Library

Application Review Date:11/05/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Provides excellent customer service to library patrons; assists with managing building operations; prepares and reports department statistics; organizes Front Desk and resource areas; works with library events. Work hours: Sunday through Thursday, 3 PM – midnight. Work schedule will change during break weeks and summer sessions.

Required Qualifications

Customer service experience. Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in working a schedule. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong communication skills. Skill in using Microsoft Office products.

Preferred Qualifications

Library circulation experience. Building or store opening/closing experience. Experience working with statistics. Course Reserves experience. Experience planning, marketing, and implementing library events.

Is this position Grant Funded:No

Is this position restricted:No

Is this position 100% telework: No

Hours Per Week:40

Months per Year:12

Statement of Economic Interest Required:No

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Work Classification:Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule:Sunday through Thursday 3pm-midnight

Employee Classification: Library Specialist I

Department: Library

Salary:$38,000 - $42,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Department Contact Name: Beth Johnson

Department Contact Phone:[phone]

Department Contact Email:[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.