Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Summer Youth Employment - Library Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Intern Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM Division LIBRARIES ADMIN Requisition Number 2026239 Number of hours worked per week Up to 25 hours a week Work Schedule
TBD, depending on assignment
Work Site Location Positions available at various City facilities including Indian River, Major Hillard (Deep Creek) and Russell Memorial (Western Branch) Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary
$15 hourly
Job Description
The City of Chesapeake is excited to offer meaningful summer employment opportunities through our Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) from July 1, 2026, through September 4, 2026. This program is designed to provide Chesapeake residents ages 16 through 19 with valuable hands on work experience while learning about careers in local government and public service.
Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside City employees in a supportive and team oriented environment while building workplace skills such as communication, teamwork, customer service, professionalism, and time management.
Participants may assist with:
Ideal candidates enjoy working with the public, are organized, willing to learn, and have an interest in helping others in a community focused environment.
Required Qualifications
Students participating in the Summer Youth Employment Program will be responsible for:
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 05/19/2026 Job Close Date 05/26/2026 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants
The City of Chesapeake is excited to offer meaningful summer employment opportunities through our Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) from July 1, 2026, through September 4, 2026. This program is designed to provide Chesapeake residents ages 16 through 19 with valuable hands on work experience while learning about careers in local government and public service.
Positions are available at various City facilities throughout Chesapeake including Indian River, Major Hillard (Deep Creek) and Russell Memorial (Western Branch).
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases D = Daily Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors S = Seasonally Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
NA
Professional References
Professional References
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Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4
Supplemental Questions
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Yes, I will be between the ages of 16 and 19 as of July 1, 2026.
No, I do not meet this requirement.
Indian River
Major Hillard (Deep Creek)
Russell Memorial (Western Branch)
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