Prince William County, VA is hiring: Library Assistant (Part-Time) in Gainesvill

Salary : $19.41 - $41.27 Hourly

Location : Haymarket / Gainesville, VA

Job Type : Part-time Benefitted (PB)

Job Number : 202409392

Department : LIBRARY

Division : PUBLIC SERVICES

Opening Date : 01 / 08 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 15 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

GRADE : A13

Introduction

Are you passionate about inspiring a love for reading, supporting lifelong learning, and serving your community? Join our team in Haymarket, VA, as a Library Assistant! Our library is a vibrant hub where people of all ages connect, learn, and grow. We are a motivated and supportive team; we foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for our staff and patrons. We're looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and adaptable individual to help us create a welcoming and inclusive environment for our staff and patrons. Make a real impact in your community-apply today!

About This Role :

• Provide excellent customer service by answering patrons' questions and providing information in person and on the phone.
• Check materials in / out and help locate materials
• Create, update, and maintain patrons' records using library software and databases.
• Interpret and Explain library policy and procedures to patrons
• Answer requests for information using library resources; recommend reading materials and library services.
• Operate the cash register to collect fees. prepare, maintain and update records and run reports.
• Assist patrons with library services, resources, applications, and personal devices.
• May provide Passport Acceptance Service to patrons.
• Participate in library events in-house and in the community.
• Attend training and meetings.
• Create displays to encourage circulation.
• Participate in branch or system planning committees and meetings.

Minimum Requirements : 8th grade education and 6 months experience in customer service.

Preferences :

Special Requirements : The position may require travel to other branches within the system. A DMV check will be conducted for employees who drive while on County business.

W ork Schedule :

This is a part-time, non-exempt 20-hour a week position. Library hours of operation are Monday-Wednesday 8 : 30 a.m. to 8 : 00 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library. Weekend and evening work are required.

Starting Salary Range : $19.41

We offer benefits for part-time staff, including :

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits :

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

What is your highest level of completed education?

Please quantify your customer service experience.

Please check any of the following areas in which you have 6 months of experience or more. Make sure this information is reflected in the work history section of your application :

Please select the options that best reflect your customer service experience and responsibilities (select all that apply) :

Please indicate all related experience(s) you have. Make sure that your selected options correspond to the information in the Work History section of your application. Check all that apply.

Please select the applications with which you have at least 6 months of experience :

Please select the options that describe your experience handling money and preparing financial documents. Check all that apply :

This application is for a 20-hour part-time position that will not become full time. Are you interested in a part-time position?

This position requires some evening and weekend hours. Please indicate the shifts you are unavailable :

This is a part-time 20 hour per week position that includes days, evenings and weekends. (Please note that business hours could change which may affect the hours of this position. Staff are scheduled during the following hours : Monday to Wednesday 9 : 00 am to 8 : 00 pm, Thursday to Saturday 9 : 00am to 5 : 00pm. Are there any times that you are unavailable?

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Salary : $19 - $41