Library Specialist

Working Title Library Specialist Role Title Library Specialist I Role Code 29051-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 283W0582 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Henrico - 087 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $17.00-$20.70/hourly. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule Part-time hourly positions are not eligible for state benefits. Wage employees are restricted to working approximately 29 hours per week or less, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually. Schedule set by supervisor. Sensitive Position No Job Description Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population. Library Specialist This position provides frontline customer service by staffing the library service desk during afternoon and evening hours. This position performs routine circulation functions, including checking library materials in and out, renewing and retrieving materials, and overseeing study room usage in accordance with established library policies and procedures. The Library Specialist I assists library users by answering directional and informational questions, explaining library policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with all library guidelines. The position reports security concerns and emergency situations to the supervisor or director promptly and maintains daily operational statistics. In addition, the Library Specialist follows established procedures for the distribution and return of student laptops, assists users with the online catalog, electronic databases, and other library software applications when professional staff are unavailable, and provides instruction on the use of photocopiers and other library equipment as needed. Responsibilities also include shelving library materials to maintain an organized collection and performing other duties and special projects as assigned to support the effective operation of the library. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Knowledge of the general support activities of library operations. Knowledge of library or relevant customer service policies, procedures, and techniques. Demonstrated ability to utilize an automated circulation system or similar program; to operate a personal computer and use Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated ability to assist patrons in locating information; to make sound and practical decisions independently. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, utilizing strong interpersonal skills. Additional Considerations Work experience in a community college or other education library. Working knowledge of library functions such as circulation including use of an automated circulation system, stacks maintenance, etc. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel between campuses as needed. Posting Number WGE_3333P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/03/2026 Job Close Date 08/17/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website Contact Name Email View email address on click.appcast.io Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. 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