Librarian, Part-Time

Librarian, Part-Time

Salary

$33.80 - $47.65 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Part-time Benefitted (PB)

Job Number

202610619

Department

LIBRARY

Division

PUBLIC SERVICES

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

C41

Hiring Salary

$33.80 - $40.49 Hourly

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Join the Chinn Park Library Adult Services team and make a meaningful impact in one of Prince William County's vibrant communities. We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative Librarian who is passionate about connecting people with information, creating engaging experiences, and building strong community relationships. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop dynamic programs, support lifelong learning, and help shape exceptional library experiences for a diverse and growing community. If you are creative, customer-focused, and excited to inspire others every day, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: While this position is based at the Chinn Park Library, selected candidates will be temporarily scheduled to work at alternative Prince William County library locations during the upcoming building renovation.

About This Role:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting patrons of all ages at the shared service desk with information and circulation questions, providing readers' advisory, technology assistance, and library-specific physical and digital resources.
• Provide in-depth one-on-one technology assistance for patrons, including computer basics, Microsoft Office Suite, mobile devices, and digital library resources.
• Planning, promoting, and implementing adult programming for adults that meet the informational and recreational needs of Chinn Park Library's service area.
• Planning and implementing outreach visits, as well as building and maintaining community partnerships.
• Collection maintenance of adult and reference materials, including weeding and rebalancing of library materials, and marketing of the collection through displays and booklists.
• Administrative tasks such as collecting statistics, maintaining and updating contact lists for community resources, and providing information for monthly reports.

Minimum Requirements:

Master's Degree in Library or Information Science.

Preferences:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a public library environment, school library, or bookstore.
• Experience utilizing public library resources in both digital and physical formats.
• Experience in planning, developing, and delivering successful adult programs.
• Experience collaborating effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and virtual meeting platforms such as Webex, or equivalent software.
• Experience using an Integrated Library System.
• Experience conducting community outreach and building community partnerships.
• Experience assisting patrons with technology, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, tablets, and e-readers.
• Experience planning and leading programs in a library setting or through a community-based organization
• Experience with collection maintenance practices, including weeding, merchandising, and rebalancing floating collections.

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:

20 hours per week. Chinn Park Library is open 7 days a week: Monday - Wednesday 10am-8pm, Thursday - Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 1:00pm -5:00 pm. The schedule includes days, one evening a week and rotating weekends. Flexibility is paramount. Schedule may vary depending upon the needs of the library.

We also offer great benefits including:

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

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

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

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.

02

This position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college/university. Do you have a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college/university?

• Yes
• No

03

Please select any of the following areas in which you have experience working. (Check all that apply)

• Public Library
• School Library
• Bookstore
• None of the above

04

Please select the options that best reflect your customer service experience and responsibilities. (Check all that apply)

• Resolving customer issues or complaints
• Explaining policy and procedures to customers
• Providing technology assistance to customers
• Troubleshooting office equipment for customers
• Responding to multiple customer needs in a fast-paced environment
• None of the above

05

Which of these statements best describes your experience providing assistance to others with technology (i.e., computers, smartphones, tablets)? Please be sure this information is included in the work experience section of your application.

• I have regularly provided one-on-one technology assistance to others
• I have occasionally provided technology assistance to others
• I have rarely assisted others in using technology
• I have not provided assistance to others with the above-mentioned technology.

06

Please select the options that best represent your programming planning experience. (Check all that apply)

• Communicating with presenters
• Writing program contracts
• Planning programs within an assigned budget
• Meeting deadlines for publicity
• Presenting your own programs
• Have only conducted programs created by others
• None of the above

07

Please select the areas in which you have experience in planning and conducting programs. (Check all that apply)

• Adults
• Teens
• Developing and implementing passive programming
• Have only conducted programs created by others
• No experience planning and conducting programs

08

Please indicate the areas with which you have experience. (Check all that apply)

• Community Outreach
• Polaris or any other Integrated Library System (ILS)
• Readers Advisory
• Communico or other library scheduling/event management software
• WebEx
• None of the above

09

Of the below Software Products, please indicate those with which you are proficient (Please check all that apply):

• Teams
• PowerPoint/Publisher
• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• OneNote
• None of the above

10

This application is for a 20-hour part-time position that will not become full time. Are you interested in a part-time position?

• Yes
• No

11

This position requires some evening and weekend hours. Please indicate the shifts you are unavailable:

• I am not available for the day shift (9 am-5 pm)
• I am not available for the evening shift (12 pm-8 pm)
• I am not available for the weekend shift (Saturday from 9 am-5 pm
• I am available for any of the above shifts

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers