Library Courier

Shenandoahcountyva; Virginia; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Shenandoah County Library System is seeking a part-time employee to transport library materials between branches and assist staff, volunteers, and patrons. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Virginia driver's license. Expect about 15 hours per week, with starting pay at $15.75 per hour, commensurate with experience.

The position emphasizes reliable attendance in a team-friendly environment and provides opportunities to support library operations and public service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimal experience acceptable.
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Transport library materials between library system’s member libraries.
• Assist staff, volunteers and patrons as needed.
• Maintain reliable attendance and be able to operate a motor vehicle between locations.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Team-oriented

Independent work

Relationship building

Driver's license

Motor vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

Employment Opportunities

It is the policy of Shenandoah County to base personnel administration on merit principles, including equitable compensation based on job classification; evaluation, selection, and promotion based on ability, knowledge, skills, and performance; and fair and equal treatment of applicants and employees in all aspects of personnel management without regard to their race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, veteran or military status, marital status or any other status or class protected by federal or local laws.

The County provides reasonable accommodations to applicants during the application process and will ensure equal access to available positions. Please contact Human Resources at 540-459-4712 or 540-459-6160 to request a reasonable accommodation to apply.

Performs work transporting library materials between library system’s member libraries and providing assistance to library staff, volunteers, and patrons; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Individuals can expect to work approximately 15 hours per week.

Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. The County provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions herein described.

Education and Experience

Requires education equivalent to graduation from high school and minimal experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the organization and functions of the department and of general administrative policies and practices.
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing in a highly interactive team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to operate standard office software and other work-related equipment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to perform and organize work independently.
• Ability to prepare effective correspondence on routine matters and to perform routine office management details without referral to supervisor.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance at work.

The anticipated starting pay for this FLSA non-exempt position is $15.75 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

The position is open until filled with a first review of applications the week of November 16, 2026.

Shenandoah County Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer