Part Time Library Page Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.99 - $38.23 Hourly
Location : Prince William County, VA
Job Type: Part-time Benefitted (PB)
Job Number: 202610696
Department: LIBRARY
Division: PUBLIC SERVICES
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: A12
Hiring Salary: $20.00/hour
Introduction
Are you looking for a position that combines your organizational strengths with your customer service skills? Prince William Public Libraries is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and adaptable individual to join our team as a Library Page. In this role, you'll help ensure library materials are properly shelved and organized, making them easily accessible to both patrons and staff. Library Pages also assist with directional guidance and contribute to special projects that support daily operations. Become a part of the team at Haymarket Gainesville Library in Haymarket, Virginia, and play a meaningful role in serving your community.
About This Role:
As a Page, you will play an important role in ensuring library materials are organized, accessible, and presented in a welcoming environment for patrons. Key responsibilities include:

• Shelving library materials accurately using alphabetical, numerical, and Dewey Decimal systems
• Providing excellent internal and external customer service
• Maintaining the neatness and presentation of the library collection
• Perform branch opening/closing duties including checking in new and high priority materials and shelving them before opening, checking in materials, straightening books and ensuring shelves look neat and orderly, and working with other staff to sweep the building.
• Assisting with administrative tasks, including processing materials and generating basic reports
• Participating in staff meetings, training, and onboarding of incoming staff as needed
• Assisting with shifting and reorganizing library collections as needed
• Transporting and redistributing library materials weighing up to 20 pounds

• May provide passport services

Minimum Requirements:
8th grade education and must be at least 16 years of age
Preferences:

• Experience working in a public library, bookstore, or similar customer-focused environment
• Experience accurately filing and organizing materials using alphabetical and numerical systems
• Experience working with the Dewey Decimal Classification system and standard library filing practices
• Experience working with a Library Integrated System (e.g., Polaris or similar platforms)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and virtual meeting platforms such as Webex

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.
Work Schedule: This is a part-time, non-exempt, 20-hour a week position. Library hours of operation are Monday-Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Weekends are a regular part of schedule rotations. Scheduling flexibility is imperative and may vary depending upon the needs of the library.
Starting Salary Range: $20.00/hour
We offer benefits for part-time staff, including:

• Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans
• 401a and 457 retirement savings plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities
• Paid training

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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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:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1). Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2). My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application; 3). Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4). If selected, my employment dates will be verified back three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

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What is your highest level of completed education?

• Associate's degree or higher
• High school diploma/G.E.D.
• 8th grade
• None of the above

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Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience working in any of the following environments? Select all that apply. Your answers should match the work history information in your application.

• Public Library
• Academic Library
• Bookstore
• Office
• Retail, other than a bookstore
• Customer service related in industry other than above
• None of the above

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Accurate shelving and organization of materials is a critical part of this position. Please select the statements that describe your experience. Select all that apply.

• Shelve books/materials using the Dewey Decimal system
• Alphabetize and file paperwork, books, or materials
• Review books/materials to ensure proper order and accuracy
• Return books/materials to designated locations
• None of the above

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If you indicated experience using the Dewey Decimal system to shelve books, please indicate the EMPLOYER and your JOB TITLE. Please be sure this information is included in the work history section of your application. Otherwise please enter N/A.
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Please select the workplace applications you have used in a professional setting. Select all that apply.

• Library Integrated System (e.g., Polaris or similar)
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Webex/Microsoft Teams
• None of the above

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If you indicated experience using a Library Integrated System, please indicate list the EMPLOYER and your JOB TITLE. Please be sure this information is included in the work history section of your application. Otherwise, please enter N/A.
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This opening is for a 20-hour, part-time position that will not become full-time. Are you interested in a part-time position?

• Yes
• No

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This position starts at $20.00 per hour. Are you willing to accept a pay rate of $20.00 per hour?

• Yes
• No

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This is a part-time, 20-hour per week position that includes days, evenings and weekends. Staff are currently scheduled during the following hours: Monday - Wednesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Thursday - Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Note that scheduled hours of this position may change due to business needs. Please list any time/days that you are NOT available, otherwise indicate 'N/A' below.
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