Library Assistant

Library Assistant

Salary

$37,260.00 - $43,781.00 Annually

Location

Chesterfield, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

27-00303

Department

Library

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED; one year of customer service experience (preferably in a public library); or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service; of standard office practices and procedures; of basic library services and functions. Excellent customer service skills. Basic money handling skills including use of a cash register. Ability to accurately file alphabetically and numerically; to operate a personal computer and related software and current library technologies; to interact with a variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds and of varying ages; to problem solve; to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

WHO WE ARE:

Chesterfield Public Library is a forward-thinking library system with a passion for providing access to information, facilitating engaging customer experiences, and enriching the lives of our community in innovative ways. Chesterfield Public Library is currently hiring for a full-time Library Assistant who shares our passion and who is willing to learn and apply the Chesterfield Public Library Way in customer interactions.

The Library Assistant provides service to the public including book check in/out, prepares material for circulation, basic clerical and computer operation.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Operation of electronic library system to assist patrons with library processes including reserves, renewal and checking out/in books and other material, answer routine questions in-person or by phone.
• Assist patrons with basic account services such as resetting PIN numbers, account set-up, account log-in assistance, printing documents, basic computer and library equipment use and technology assistance with personal devices such as tablets, smart phones, Kindles, etc.
• Provide assistance or answer questions to assist patrons by phone or in person.
• Collect fines and fees for materials and services and process according to library procedures.
• Prepare various materials such as books, DVD's and other material for circulation
• Sorts and shelves various types of library materials and equipment; maintains shelves in proper order.
• Perform other work as required.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in library office, library locations and other professional settings; extensive use of computers and devices required. Light to medium, occasionally heavy, physical requirements which may include, sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, keyboarding, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal and reading; not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Please note: We are not able to accept resumes or other attachments via email. Application information that is submitted in any manner other than the Chesterfield County Careers web page is considered unsolicited and is not evaluated.

Shift

Weekday hours typically between 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. with some evening and weekend shifts (shifts may vary by location).

Work Location

Library

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

For information on county benefits, view Employee Benefits Summary.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least one year of experience in cash handling (using cash register and balancing cash drawer)? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least one year of experience working in a public library? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of customer service experience do you have? (Please answer accurately. Failure to answer accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 - 15 years
• More than 15 years

Required Question

Employer Chesterfield County

Address Human Resources Department

9901 Lori Road / P.O. Box 40

Chesterfield, Virginia, 23832

Phone 804-748-1551 (Office)

Website http://www.chesterfield.gov