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Working Title of Vacant PositionLibrary Assistant II
Job Type: Part Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division: LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number: 2026262
Number of hours worked per week: 25 hours
Work Schedule: Work Schedule Varies Includes day, evening, and weekend hours. May also include after-hours special programming. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA.
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:

Starting Rate: $17.08.

Actual starting rate depends on education and relevant experience.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about libraries, people, and public service? The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented Library Assistant II to join our team in a part-time capacity. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, patron-centered environment.

As a Library Assistant II, you’ll support multiple public service areas—including Circulation, Adult Services, and Youth & Family Services (YFS)—by providing high-quality service and helping connect our diverse community to resources, learning, and enrichment.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality, paraprofessional support at public service desks by assisting patrons with computers, public access catalogs, copiers, fax machines, A/V equipment, eReaders, and locating library materials.
Offer reader’s advisory, job search assistance, and homework help using both print and digital resources.
Promote library programs and services using approved social media channels and printed materials.
Maintain and update patron accounts using CPL’s automated systems, including time management, circulation, and payment software.
Handle point-of-sale transactions with accuracy and professionalism, including processing payments for fines, fees, merchandise sales, and donations.
Receive, check in, and reshelve returned library materials accurately and efficiently.
Monitor public computer usage and enforce library policies to maintain a welcoming and productive environment.
Supervise department operations during assigned shifts, including evenings and weekends, in the absence of senior staff.
Actively participate in internal committees, projects, and initiatives to support library goals.
Perform additional duties as assigned and assist at other service points as needed.

Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

A strong commitment to public service and community engagement.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Proficiency with computers and current office and library technologies.
Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and basic cash-handling/reconciliation procedures.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying assignments across departments.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in your community while working in a collaborative, knowledge-rich environment. If you’re energized by serving the public and thrive in a team-oriented setting, we encourage you to apply and grow with us at the Chesapeake Public Library.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of 6 months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months’ public library experience preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Requirements:

Experience with automated circulation systems highly desired.

Public library-related experience desired.

Experience working with computers is highly desired.

Comfortable with learning and demonstrating usage of computers, Internet, library catalog, eReaders, eBooks, research databases, e-mail, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Flexibility and a willingness to learn new tools such as laser cutters, Cricuts, and 3D printing. The ability to support activities such as training and assisting customers with sewing and crafting.

Job Open Date: 06/03/2026
Job Close Date: 06/14/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is located at the Indian River Library – 2320 Old Greenbrier Road, Chesapeake, VA 23325.

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

A background check including fingerprint and Child Protective Service (CPS) reports are required.

The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another library or department if and when a need arises.

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