Alexandria is a historic city located in northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C. Distinct neighborhoods including Old Town, Del Ray and the West End offer something for everyone. Headquarters to several prominent organizations, including the Patent and Trademark Office and the National Science Foundation, our city of nearly 160,000 residents is a diverse community—a distinctly urban area that retains a small town atmosphere.
Alexandria Library celebrates equity and diversity within our community and staff by:
Alexandria Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. Proficiency/fluency in Amharic, Arabic or Spanish is highly desired, but not required for these positions.
These positions require the successful completion of pre-employment background checks, including a criminal background screening.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Alexandria Library!
4 Hours a Week
Beatley Central Library
The Alexandria Library is searching for part-time Librarian I. The incumbent is responsible for assisting customers at the Reference/Information Desk and providing general support for the Adult Services Department.
DUTIES:
· Answer all types of reference questions using print and digital sources in an efficient, effective, and courteous manner.
· Staff the information desk to assist Library customers in person and by phone with inquiries regarding library materials and other sources of information.
· Assist customers with the online catalog, electronic reference services, automated internet registration, and printing.
· Interpret policies and procedures of the Library to the public.
· Furnish information about Library activities, facilities, rules, and services.
· Help customers with other community services provided through the Library
· Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
· Knowledge of reference sources; some knowledge of books and authors.
· Ability to instruct customers using various technologies.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
· Ability to assist a diverse population of patrons in a calm and courteous manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library customers.
Excellent customer service and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
· Flexibility and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
· Knowledge of e-Readers and e-Book mobile applications.
· Public library experience.
REQUIREMENTS:
A Master's Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited school. Applicant must possess or obtain, within 3 months of hire, a license to practice as a registered professional librarian issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
SALARY: $ 29.5604/hour
SCHEDULE: every Saturday 11am-3pm
LOCATION: Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304-2903
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Click here to apply. Address cover letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager. For questions, contact 703-746-1701 or careers@alexlibraryva.org
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
10 Hours a Week
Beatley Central Library
The Alexandria Library is searching for part-time Librarian I. The incumbent is responsible for assisting customers at the Reference/Information Desk and providing general support for the Adult Services Department.
DUTIES:
· Answer all types of reference questions using print and digital sources in an efficient, effective, and courteous manner.
· Staff the information desk to assist Library customers in person and by phone with inquiries regarding library materials and other sources of information.
· Assist customers with the online catalog, electronic reference services, automated internet registration, and printing.
· Become familiar with the rules and procedures of U.S. passport processing to assist applicants with passport-related questions.
· Interpret policies and procedures of the Library to the public.
· Furnish information about Library activities, facilities, rules, and services.
· Help customers with other community services provided through the Library
· Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS:
· Knowledge of reference sources; some knowledge of books and authors.
· Ability to instruct customers using various technologies.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
· Ability to assist a diverse population of patrons in a calm and courteous manner.
· Flexibility and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
· Knowledge of e-Readers and e-Book mobile applications.
· Public library experience.
REQUIREMENTS:
A Master's Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited school. Applicant must possess or obtain, within 3 months of hire, a license to practice as a registered professional librarian issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
SALARY: $ 29.5604/hour
SCHEDULE: every Saturday 9a-5p, every Thursday 6-8p
LOCATION: Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304-2903
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Click here to apply. Address cover letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager. For questions, please email careers@alexlibraryva.org.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
Last Updated 09/30/2025
Duncan Branch
Part-Time/15 Hours a week
A Custodian performs routine manual tasks involving the custodial care and cleaning of public buildings. This work includes performing cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in an assigned building or building area. Primary responsibilities are to use proper methods, materials and equipment in cleaning and attending to the neatness and sanitation of buildings and/or equipment. An employee in this class works under close supervision, and activities follow a well-established routine.
Duties include:
· Sweeps, mops, scrubs floors and spot clean all common areas
· Dusts and cleans offices
· Washes windows, walls, and mirrors; cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes restrooms and replenishes supplies
· Helps move office and building furniture and equipment, and prepares rooms for meetings
· Empties waste cans and ash cans; recycles bottles, cans, white paper, newspapers
· Maintains a variety of cleaning equipment
· Reports building problems
· Maintains immediate outdoor areas by picking up trash, weeding, and watering plants
· Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities:
· Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment
· Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of surfaces
· Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions
· Ability to work safely without hazard to self and/ or others
· Sufficient physical strength to withstand the strain of working long hours performing cleaning work reaching, bending, and carrying
· Some experience in janitorial or related custodial work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is preferred
· Applicant needs to be hardworking, able to work independently, reliable, and must show initiative.
Minimum requirements:
· Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions in English
· Must be able to lift 20-50 lbs. on a regular basis without help and carry custodial materials, office supplies, furniture, tools, and other materials in a safe and secure manner
· Must have a valid local driver's license and be insurable by the Alexandria Library’s insurance company
· Must own or have regular access to an automobile, and must be able to travel to different locations - when needed. Employees will be reimbursed .625 cents per mile driven for work-related purposes
Schedule:
Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the Central Library and will include evenings, Saturdays and occasional Sundays.
Salary: $17.07
Benefits: This position does not earn benefits.
Schedule: Daytime and Saturday availibility required
Location: James Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Click here to apply. Address cover letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager. For questions, contact careers@alexlibraryva.org
