Part-Time Library Specialist-Outreach Services

Gloucester County; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Gloucester County is seeking a part-time Library Specialist to provide Outreach Services for our community. The role involves coordinating programs, driving the outreach vehicle, and assisting patrons with reader services and inquiries.

Under supervision, you will develop and deliver programs at diverse community locations, manage schedules, and support in-house circulation duties as needed. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in public library work is desirable.
• Ability to organize outreach events and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver outreach programs at community locations.
• Develop routes and schedules for outreach visits.
• Assist patrons with reader services and inquiries.
• Drive the outreach vehicle and perform vehicle maintenance.
• Provide assistance at in-house circulation desks as needed.
• Register patrons for programs and promote special events.
• Attend relevant seminars/workshops; support events and activities.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Public outreach

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Library databases

Public computers

Job 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.

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