Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Library Specialist
Role Title
Library Specialist I
Role Code
29051-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
283W0582
Agency
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location
Henrico - 087
Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $17.00-$20.70/hourly.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
6-Administrative Support
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Part-time hourly positions are not eligible for state benefits. Wage employees are restricted to working approximately 29 hours per week or less, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually. Schedule set by supervisor.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
The Library Specialist provides frontline customer service by staffing the library service desk during afternoon and evening hours. This position performs routine circulation functions, including checking library materials in and out, renewing and retrieving materials, and overseeing study room usage in accordance with established library policies and procedures. The Library Specialist I assists library users by answering directional and informational questions, explaining library policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with all library guidelines. The position reports security concerns and emergency situations to the supervisor or director promptly and maintains daily operational statistics.
In addition, the Library Specialist follows established procedures for the distribution and return of student laptops, assists users with the online catalog, electronic databases, and other library software applications when professional staff are unavailable, and provides instruction on the use of photocopiers and other library equipment as needed. Responsibilities also include shelving library materials to maintain an organized collection and performing other duties and special projects as assigned to support the effective operation of the library.
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
- Knowledge of the general support activities of library operations.
- Knowledge of library or relevant customer service policies, procedures, and techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize an automated circulation system or similar program; to operate a personal computer and use Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to assist patrons in locating information; to make sound and practical decisions independently.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, utilizing strong interpersonal skills.
Additional Considerations
- Work experience in a community college or other education library.
- Working knowledge of library functions such as circulation including use of an automated circulation system, stacks maintenance, etc.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel between campuses as needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3333P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
08/03/2026
Job Close Date
08/17/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name
Email
talent@reynolds.edu
Phone Number
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/99345
