Library Aide

Salary : $44,050.24 - $77,087.92 Annually
Location : RESTON REGIONAL LIBRARY, 11925 BOWMAN TOWNE DRIVE, RESTON (EE14), VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 26-01296
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S14
Posting Type: Open to General Public


Job Announcement


Provides circulation assistance to library customers. Performs essential public service support tasks. Performs other duties as may be assigned to further the goals and objectives of Fairfax County Public Library.

Fairfax County Public Library supports the goals of, fostering equity and opportunity in the delivery of programs and services.

Note: This job announcement will be used to fill multiple current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies. Current vacancies are located at the following branches:

• Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Rd, Burke, VA, 22015-4274
• Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, VA, 20190-3306

Salary: The selected applicant's starting hourly rate will be in the minimum to midpoint range ($21.1780- $29.1198) of the advertised compensation range. Compensation rules apply per county personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees.

Schedule: Scheduling flexibility is imperative. Standard hours may include day and/or evening hours to include weekdays and weekends as assigned. The schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library.

To learn more about a career with Fairfax County Public Library, watch our video

Illustrative Duties


(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Sorts, Shelves and shifts materials;
• Alphabetizes books on carts;
• Checks shelves to ensure books are in proper order;
• Responds to the needs of library customers at the circulation desk;
• Charges and discharges library materials; processes delivery and book drop returns;
• Issues library cards and maintains customer accounts;
• Informs customers of library services, policies, procedures, and resources;
• Resolves customer issues within established guidelines;
• Assists customers in the use of technology, e. g. copiers, printers, electronic materials;
• Refers customers to the information desk as appropriate;
• Retrieves and processes daily circulation reports;
• Assists with maintenance of the library collection.
• Assists with library support duties;
• May recommend reading materials to customers;
• May assist with outreach and other library programs.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities


(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of library policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
• Ability to sort alphabetically and numerically;
• Knowledge of word processing and computer applications;
• Ability to operate the Library's automated circulation system;
• Ability to learn and independently use office equipment, including software suites and specialized databases;
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic;
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others;
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications;
• Ability to promote library services;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English with customers and staff;
• Ability to adapt to workplace change.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation or possession of a GED diploma issued by a state department of education; plus, one of the following:
Three months of full-time experience or the equivalent amount of part-time experience (i.e., one year as a 10-hour Page) working or volunteering in a library; or six months of full-time experience or the equivalent amount of part-time experience providing customer service.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and child protective services check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six months of experience working with and assisting the public in a library setting.
• Experience working with automated library systems/software.
• Experience explaining library policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements. Ability to stand for 2 hours at a time. Ability to shelve materials at all height levels. Ability to stoop, bend, reach, squat, and kneel. Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County to provide coverage, attend meetings and trainings. Ability to push and pull 4-wheeled book bins filled at 90% capacity, requiring 20 lbs. of initial (starting) force, and a sustained force of 10 lbs. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.


Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

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NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:


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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01


What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02


Do you possess three months of full-time experience or the equivalent amount of part-time experience (i.e., one year as a 10-hour Page) working or volunteering in a library?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess at least six months of full-time experience or the equivalent amount of part-time experience providing customer service?

• Yes
• No

04


How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have assisting the public in a library setting?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to than five years
• Five or more years

05


How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have explaining library policies and procedures?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

06


How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have working with automated library systems/software?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

07


Please list all automated library systems/software in which you have experience using. If this question does not pertain to you or you do not have the aforementioned experience, please enter "N/A".
08


The selected applicant's starting hourly rate will be in the minimum to midpoint range ($21.1780 - $29.1198) of the advertised compensation range. Are you willing and able to accept a potential salary offer within the aforementioned range if selected for the position? (Note: Compensation rules apply per county personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees.)

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable (Compensation rules apply: I am a current Fairfax County Government or Fairfax County Public Schools employee)

Required Question