Library Program Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Requisition ID:
49095
Work Location:
Library - Central Library
Pay Range:
G.20, $44,678.40 - $69,243.20
Starting Salary:
Depending upon Qualifications
Work Schedule:
Varies; Days, Nights Weekends(may include/Holidays)
Part Time Hours/Wk:
20hrs/week
Job Open Date:
6/8/26
Application Deadline:
6/16/26
Job Duties:
The City of Virginia Beach Public Library is hiring for a part time Library Program Specialist II-Generalist -PCO/GrowSmart. The successful candidates should fully embrace the library's commitment to "inspire learning, programming and strong community engagement. As part of a collaborative library system, staff may occasionally have opportunities or be reassigned to support service needs at other locations within the system
Apply today to join a fantastic group and start your career with Virginia Beach Public Library!
Library Program Specialist II(PT)- Generalist -(PCO/GrowSmart division) duties include but not limited to:
Plans, markets, presents, and evaluates specialized and complex programs and classes that reflect the library's strategic initiatives and increase public awareness of library services and resources.
Participates in systemwide programming in all four tracks: youth, teen, adult, or technology.
Works with community partners to ensure programming, resources, and materials to support lifelong learning.
Collects and inputs data that will measure the impact of services.
Aligns all services with library policies and procedures and consistently meets the needs of the community.
Interprets, explains, and applies library policies and procedures to customers and staff.
Facilitates library customers' requests for information.
Conducts reference interviews to clarify information needs of customers. Develops appropriate search strategies and identifies appropriate resources to respond to customer requests.
Instructs customers in the use of the library catalog, electronic resources, library materials, and equipment.
Assists customers with operating and troubleshooting library hardware, software, peripherals, and personal digital devices.
Research, designs, and attends trainings to keep current on trends in libraries and youth, teen, adult, technology services.
Plans and prepares exhibits and displays and participates in outreach that increase community awareness of library services and resources.
Processes holds and provides information to customers about their circulation records and material requests to meet borrowing needs. Searches and updates circulation system.
Check materials in and out and registers customers to maintain an accurate database.
Performs cash handling duties.
Maintains an ongoing knowledge of reading trends.
Evaluates the accuracy and condition of items in the collection and makes recommendations for the purchase of materials.
Research, designs, and provides training and instruction to staff and volunteers to orient them to their tasks and responsibilities.
Participates in or leads departmental strategic teams to develop system policies and procedures as well as programming and training.
Collaborates with colleagues to develop programs, share resources, and communicate trends in youth, teen, adult, technology services.
May be required to be in charge of the library branch and staff in the absence of supervisory personnel.
Occasionally be required to manage daily service point schedules, supervise opening and closing procedures including cash reconciliation and securing the building.
Monitors the security of the library facility or outreach site to ensure a safe environment for internal and external customers.
May supervise volunteers, serving as a Volunteer Resource Manager.
Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignment
Official City Job Description:
https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Library-Program-Specialist-02106.pdf
Working Conditions:
There is no working conditions statement for this position.
Minimum Requirements:
MINIMUMS: Requires a combination of higher education and/or experience equivalent to five (5) years, one (1) of which must have been in direct delivery of information services, in a library related field which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: Please attach resume
Preferences:
Experience developing and delivering programs, classes, and training to a variety of audiences
Experience working with early childhood, youth, teen, and adult customers, general audiences.
Demonstrated ability in providing services to individuals with differing abilities and needs.
Evidence of experience with teamwork and collaboration
Evidence of 1 year front desk/customer service experience
Experience in using all Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Skype for Business, the internet and mobile devices)
Experience providing assistance with software, personal digital devices
Experience assisting in event planning
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.