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Chesterfield

$25.38K - $43.14K/yr

Provides assistance to the library media specialist for library functions, including assisting with ... This position provides work direction to parent volunteers and student helpers. Decision Making:

Chesterfield

$25.38K - $43.14K/yr

Provides assistance to the library media specialist for library functions, including assisting with ... This position provides work direction to parent volunteers and student helpers. Decision Making:

Chesterfield

$25.38K - $43.14K/yr

Provides assistance to the library media specialist for library functions, including assisting with ... This position provides work direction to parent volunteers and student helpers. Decision Making:

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteering library assistant in the United States is $18.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteering Library Assistant vs Library Clerk?

AspectVolunteering Library AssistantLibrary Clerk
CredentialsNone typically required; some libraries prefer basic literacy skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent often required
Work EnvironmentPublic libraries, community centers, volunteer settingsPublic, academic, or special libraries with paid staff
Employer & Industry UsageVolunteer-based, non-profit, community servicePaid position within library systems or institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften searched by volunteers or those seeking entry-level experienceOften searched by job seekers looking for paid library roles

In summary, a Volunteering Library Assistant typically works without pay, assisting with basic library tasks in community or public libraries, while a Library Clerk is a paid position requiring some formal education, with more responsibilities in library operations.

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Infographic showing various Volunteering Library Assistant job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 66% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 29% Physical, 14% Hybrid, and 57% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,859 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Library Assistant

Chesterfield

$25.38K - $43.14K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 hours ago

Job description

Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply - we would like for you to consider joining us.General Description:This is for the 2026-2027 school year.
Provides assistance to the library media specialist for library functions, including assisting with instructional lessons with students, performing routine clerical duties, locating and checking out materials for students and staff and assisting other staff in the performance of similar or related duties. Tasks performed are specific and recurring; work procedures are covered by oral or written instructions.Job Description:

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Essential Job Functions:

  • Assists in processing new and discarded library materials

  • Manages circulation transactions

  • Shelves materials

  • Assists librarian in repairing books

  • Assists students and teachers in locating materials, and in the use of library technology and databases

  • Assists in preparation and implementation of special programs, inventory and library lessons

  • Assists in maintaining an attractive and organized learning environment

  • Prepares correspondence, reports, and other materials as requested

  • Performs other duties as assigned


Budgetary Responsibility:

N/A

Report Preparation:

Provides periodic and ad-hoc reports regarding services.


Equipment Operation:

Operates personal computer, basic office equipment and equipment related to education.


Contacts:

This position has contact within the school staff, parents and students.


Work Direction/Supervision:

This position provides work direction to parent volunteers and student helpers.

Decision Making:

Performs majority of work tasks independently. Supervisor is consulted in unusual or complex situations.

Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities:

N/A

Physical Demands:

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear, understand speech and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Physical agility to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, reach overhead and move up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Work Environment:

The employee regularly works in a school library. The employee may be exposed to mold and dust. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Qualifications:
Some knowledge of library procedures and filing systems.Some knowledge of and interest in children's literature.Some knowledge of and skill in using audiovisual equipment, office equipment and computers and/or the ability to learn use of equipment quickly with some training.Demonstrated ability to read, alphabetize, file, type and perform basic clerical tasks and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and the public.Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Additional Job Requirements:

High School diploma, training, or experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation

  • State Police Criminal History Investigation

  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation

  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Compensation

$25,378.66 - $43,143.71

Hours Per Day

8

Days Per Year

190

Benefits

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.

Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.

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