Librarian I- Youth - Public Services

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach Public Library seeks a Librarian I-Youth to provide advanced library services, promote collections, and conduct information literacy classes for diverse patrons. This full-time, rotating-shift role includes instruction, programming, and collaboration with community partners to expand lifelong learning.

Candidates must possess an MLIS from an ALA-accredited program within 12 months of hire. Starting salary is negotiable; benefits include health and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited college or university within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Failure to obtain MLIS within twelve (12) months results in demotion to the next qualified vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Promote library services and programs to diversify opportunities for patrons.
• Conduct information literacy classes, tours, and programs for school groups and the public.
• Instruct patrons in catalog use, resources, and devices; assist with research needs.
• Develop partnerships and programs to support lifelong learning; evaluate materials for relevance and accessibility.

Skills

Information literacy

Teaching

Community outreach

Research skills

Education

MLIS degree

ALA-accredited program

Tools

Library catalogs

Library databases

Job description

Job Details

Job Posting End Date: September 28, 2026 Department: LIBRARY Compensation Grade: A08 Compensation Range & Starting Salary: Pay Range: $51,979.20 - $80,995.20 Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime): Yes Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

About Us

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications

The City of Virginia Beach Public Library is seeking a talented full time Librarian I-Youth to join our fantastic Library team! This candidate will provide advanced library services to internal and external customers; promote the library’s collection and services through instruction, tours, displays, programs, and other activities. Duties may be added to ensure the day-to-day workflow and service delivery in the public library. As part of a collaborative library system, staff may occasionally have opportunities or be reassigned to support service needs at other locations within the system Librarian I – Youth duties include but are not Limited to:

• Promoting library services and programs that provide customers with a variety of opportunities to enhance their library visit.
• Preparing and conducting library tours including information literacy classes and story-times, and tours for school groups, community organizations and the general public.
• Preparing, presenting, and evaluating group training classes on library resources and technology to library and city staff, customers, school groups, and community groups.
• Working with community partners to provide programming, resources, and materials to support lifelong learning.
• Maintaining an up-to-date awareness of popular authors, materials and culture, current events and trends; seeking out current knowledge of new technologies and resources in the library and publishing fields through reading professional journals, participating in professional organizations or continuing education activities to anticipate and meet customer needs.
• Instructing customers in the use of the library catalog, print and non-print materials, and electronic resources and equipment.
• Aiding with selecting and evaluating materials to maintain a collection designed to meet the needs of the intended audience, including conservation and preservation.
• Tracking and collecting data to measure services, program and/or collections.
• Maintaining records and performs research to prepare reports.
• Planning and creating library displays to increase internal and external customer awareness of the library’s collection, community resources, or other salient information.
• Creating booklists, bibliographies, and researching aids to assist customers and increase internal and external customer awareness of the library’s collection.
• Preparing and presenting age-appropriate library programs that are of interest to the community, planned collaboratively, aligned with strategic programming priorities, and developed using sound instructional design principles.
• Developing partnerships, networks, and relationships and to collaborate with stakeholders and the community.
• Working with community partners to provide programming, resources, and materials to support lifelong learning.
• May oversee the library branch and staff as needed.
• Utilizing complex search strategies using the library automated system and other electronic resources to retrieve needed materials or information.
• Conducting in-depth research using print, non-print, and electronic resources to satisfy the information needs of customers of all ages and reading skills.
• Performing other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.
• Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

Benefits

The City of Virginia Beach provides a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement/professional development.

Additional Requirements

• DMV Transcript: No
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to obtain a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited college or university which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position within twelve (12) months of hire date. Failure to obtain an MLIS within twelve (12) months will result in a demotion to the next vacancy where the employee is minimally qualified.

Special Requirements

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be able to work rotating shifts (days/evenings) including weekends and holidays and be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

Working Conditions

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position. https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.005752.1.pdf

Official Job Descriptions

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VRS Contribution

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law. The City of Virginia Beach boasts a diverse workforce of around 7,500 employees dedicated to delivering outstanding government services. Our team is guided by core values of quality customer service, teamwork, leadership and learning, integrity, commitment, and inclusion and diversity.

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