Part Time Library Jobs in Chester, VA (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Library Specialist I
Role Title
Education Support Spec II
Role Code
29143-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
299W0010
Agency
Mountain Empire Community College
Division
Mountain Empire Community College (Div)
Work Location
Wise - 195
Hiring Range
$15.00 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Up to 29 hours weekly which varies per the Library operating hours.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
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Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
The Wampler Library specialist will assist patrons, organize library materials and information, and perform clerical and administrative tasks as directed by the Director of Library Services. The primary duty of this position is purchasing and procurement, and managing financial reports for the Library. Assists with daily tasks of the library including working directly with students to instruct in formal and informal library and information literacy skills. Will prepare purchase requests, order supplies, and, upon delivery, processes and distributes supplies and materials throughout the library. Examines books for damage; repairs or facilitates repairs when needed. Assists in preparing exhibits, seasonal displays, art collections, and bulletin boards throughout the library. Makes ID badges for students, faculty and staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position is designated as a covered employee in a non-restricted position in accordance with Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Policy 2.20. A non-restricted position is one that is funded by sources considered continuous or recurring, such as Educational and General Funds.
A covered employee is a salaried employee whose terms and conditions of employment are subject to the Virginia Personnel Act and who is employed in a classified position. In accordance with DHRM policies, covered employees accumulate paid leave, participate in state retirement, life insurance, and related plans, participate in the Virginia Sickness and Disability Program, are eligible to participate in the state health plan and flexible benefits program, and are subject to the provisions of all DHRM policies.
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

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Working knowledge of Library of Congress and other related library classification systems. Working knowledge of office equipment and accurate keyboarding skills necessary to manage clerical and cataloging duties.
• Ability to remain professional and courteous while interacting with library patrons. Ability to interact with students, faculty, staff, and patrons.
• Must be willing to participate in library training as directed by the Library Director.

Minimum required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of relevant library experience or an associate's degree.
• Basic knowledge of cataloging or willingness to learn and apply knowledge.

Additional Considerations
Two to three years of library and/or clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Minimal.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3300P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
07/24/2026
Job Close Date
08/07/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
www.mecc.edu
Contact Name
Cory Darnell
Email
hr@mecc.edu
Phone Number
276-523-2400
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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
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: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98814