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:

• Offering programs and resources that reflect our uniquely multicultural community.
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Fostering an atmosphere of dignity and respect.
• Providing opportunities for all staff members to grow and excel.

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!

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Teen Services Coordinator (Librarian II)

Adult Services Manager (Librarian II)

Reference Librarian II 

Sunday Librarian Position

Library Page

Librarian III –Youth Services Manager

Branch Circulation Supervisor (Library Assistant III)

Branch Circulation Supervisor (Library Assistant III)
Full-Time/40 Hours a week

The Alexandria Library is looking for enthusiastic individuals to lead its Branch Circulation Teams.  The ideal candidate(s) will have exceptional customer service skills and the desire to develop new staffing and service models.  Under the direction of the Branch Manager, the Branch Circulation Supervisor (Library Assistant III) assists in development of library circulation policies and procedures, while managing the circulation sections of the branch library.

Management Duties:

• Provides vision and leadership for Circulation services at a branch library, to include planning and coordinating initiatives and services.
• Schedules employees, approves leave requests, assigns work and special projects, reviews performance and completes annual evaluations, monitors and approves time records, provides ongoing training and feedback regarding performance and contributes to annual and long-term goals and priorities;
• Coordinates system-wide circulation initiatives with the Central Library’s Library Operations Supervisor and other branch circulation managers;
• Facilitates, plans and attends monthly meetings with the Central Library’s Library Operations Supervisor and other branch circulation managers to resolve system-wide issues and develop new circulation policies and procedures;
• Implements and evaluates new circulation policies and procedures;
• Oversees and manages meeting and conference room requests, inventory and repair of library materials;
• Conducts regular meetings with circulation staff;
• Meets with other division staff to recommend goals and events plus coordinate work;
• Open and close facilities, i.e., re-securing building during, closed hours; preparing daily cash receipts for transfer and reconciling discrepancies;
• Ensures that circulation policies and procedures are consistent, to resolve system-wide issues and to coordinate new initiatives.
• Participates in committees that develop new library services;
• Resolves sensitive account issues and to explain library policies and procedures to patrons;
• Performs related work as required.
   

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to travel between Alexandria Library Branches on a regular basis.
• Management and supervisory skills, including team building, time management, and planning.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Extensive knowledge of technology including digital services, integrated library systems, and online databases.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing library environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff.   
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public, with the library’s business contacts, and with other staff.

Minimum Requirements:

Thorough knowledge of paraprofessional library methods, procedures and practices; thorough knowledge of how to operate and effectively utilize the integrated library system, databases and specialized computer programs; good knowledge of books, authors, and other resources available in the library; ability to supervise and coordinate the work of others; ability to effectively train others; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions; ability to deal with patrons under stressful conditions; ability to exercise tact, good judgment and initiative; ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and guidelines; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and patrons; ability to provide guidance and assistance to subordinates and to schedule staff coverage; and ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Salary:  $49,125 - $82,333

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the staffing needs of the library, and will include days, evenings, rotating Saturdays, and occasional Sundays at one of the three (3) Library branches.

Benefits: Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance.

Locations: James M. Duncan Branch Library – 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301

Application Instructions:

Click here to apply  attaching one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory.  Address Cover Letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager, Alexandria Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA  22304.  Contact with questions:  703-746-1701, or careers@alexlibraryva.org.

Librarian III –Youth Services Manager

FULL-TIME / 40 HOURS PER WEEK

CHARLES E. BEATLEY JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY

The Youth Services Manager is responsible for operations of the Beatley Library’s Youth Services Team and coordinates Youth Services Programs system wide. This position also works with other City departments to lead programs and initiatives such as All Alexandria Reads and 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten.

General Duties:

· Leads the Beatley Youth Services Department. Develops and implements departmental goals, directs and evaluates programming and services for children and youth ages 0-18.

· Supervises and schedules the Teen Coordinator, two full-time Youth Services Librarians, and one part-time Library Assistant II. Oversees the supervision of three Page positions.

· Plans and implements educational programs and literacy initiatives for children ages 0-12.

· Leads Alexandria Library’s Youth Services team in coordinating system-wide events such as Summer and Winter Reading and One Thousand Books Before Kindergarten.

· Works with the Beatley Branch Manager and Library Administration to represent Library Youth Services on committees and in meetings.

· Writes funding requests and reports for Youth Services programming initiatives. Manages program budgets and works with the Library Finance department to request payments for vendors and performers.

· Coordinates collection development and maintenance for children’s materials.

· Helps staff the Youth Services desk and assists children, caregivers, parents, teachers, and other patrons with requests for information and library materials.

· Works with the Library Outreach Department to form meaningful partnerships with organizations throughout the City and coordinate outreach activities with Alexandria City Public

Schools, the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, and related organizations providing services to youth and families in the community.

· Represents the Library on youth and family-oriented City committees and workgroups.

· Stays aware of professional trends and continually works to evaluate and improve youth programming and services.

· Functions as building officer in the Branch Manager’s absence.

Skills and Abilities:

· Comprehensive knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, programming and services 


· Management and supervisory skills, including hiring and onboarding, staff evaluation, team building, time management, and planning 


· Excellent communication and customer service skills 


· Knowledge of integrated library systems and technology 


· Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing library environment 


· Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff 


· Ability to work independently as well as part of a team 


· Prior supervisory experience is required

Minimum Requirements:

Master's Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited school; at least five years of experience in professional library work, including two or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity at the level of Librarian II or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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: $72,602.14- 121,682.08 Annually

Benefits: Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance.

Location: Beatley Central Library – 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the staffing needs of the Beatley Central Library, and will include days, evenings and Saturdays.

Application Instructions: Click here to apply attaching one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory. Address Cover Letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304. Contact with questions: 703-746-1799, or careers@alexlibraryva.org.

This position is open until filled.

Library Page

10 Hours a week-Beatley Central

The Alexandria Library is looking for a dynamic team player to join the team at the Alexandria Library.  The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and the desire to contribute to a busy, central library. 

 Duties:

·         Shelving library materials;

·         Sorting book carts;

·         Checking shelf order;

·         Shifting books in order to maintain neat and appealing shelves;

·         Clearing book drops;

·         Assisting other staff as requested;

·         Assisting patrons with locating information and materials;

·         Dusting, organizing and clean up as necessary and

·         Additional duties as assigned which may include Circulation Desk functions.

Skills and Abilities:

·         Ability to read, write, count and communicate well with others in English;

·         Good alphabetic and numeric skills;

·         Be responsible and reliable;

·         Be able to work with minimal supervision;

·         Have the ability to work harmoniously with both the public and co-workers;

·         Ability to work independently on feet standing or walking for periods up to an hour; and

·         Ability to bend, stoop, lift and stretch in order to manage materials.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED is required; some college education is preferred. You must be able to physically lift and carry materials either loose or in bags/boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. Must be able to push fully loaded book carts. A knowledge of, or willingness to learn, library practices (including the use of computers and other technologies) is necessary. Previous library experience is helpful.

Compensation:  $16.7262  per hour

Locations: Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library

5005 Duke Street

Alexandria,VA 22304

Schedule: 10 hours per week.  Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the branch and will include Saturday and Sunday hours.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Application instructions:

Click here to apply. Address cover letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager. For questions, contact 703-746-1799 or careers@alexlibraryva.org

Teen Services Coordinator (Librarian II)

Full-Time / 40 Hours Per Week

Beatley Central Library

 
The Beatley Central Library is seeking enthusiastic, customer focused candidates for a Teen Services Coordinator position.  The ideal candidate will enjoy working with tweens and teens, have exceptional communication skills and will be able to manage multiple projects and coordinate teen services and outreach across branches and departments. This position is under the supervision of the Central Library Youth Services Manager and is responsible for planning, presenting, promoting and evaluating systemwide tween and teen programs. In addition, this position supervises teen volunteers and four part-time Library Pages.  
 
Duties:  

• Supervise four part-time Library Pages, including interviewing, selecting, training, and evaluating these staff members. 
• Manage YS page department schedules and daily workflow such as shelving books and other materials, reading the shelves, and organizing materials into their proper sequence. 
• Build relationships and collaborates with tweens and teens, ages 10-18. 
•  Develop and coordinate tween and teen programs and initiatives at all library branches in collaboration with youth services staff and teens and in alignment with the Library’s five-year plan.
• Plan, implement, promote and evaluate programs and services with and for tweens and teens that meet their educational, recreational, and personal needs.
•  Work with tweens and teens to maintain the Teen Area of the Central Library and keep it welcoming, safe and engaging.
• Supervise and train teen volunteers, recommending assignments that will make the best use of individual skills, interests, and library needs.
•  Assist patrons ages 0-18 and their caregivers with informational and readers’ advisory questions in person, via telephone or e-mail.
• Coordinate and represent the Library at off-site programs and events, including outreach to local schools, juvenile detention centers, city agencies, businesses, non-profit organizations, and community gatherings. 
• Participate in continuing education opportunities such as webinars, seminars, and professional library conferences.
• Provide instructional support and troubleshooting for use of the library’s public technology and electronic resources.
• Evaluate and order new materials for the young adult collection and weed and maintain current collection.
•  Serve as manager or building officer in the absence of the Youth Services Manager. 

Skills and Abilities:

Enthusiasm and ability to engage with tweens and teens. 
Excellent customer service, communication skills, and ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, partner organizations, and the public. 
Broad cultural competency knowledge and skills, and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce and community. 
Commitment to and demonstrated success discussing, integrating, and promoting diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. 
Understanding of, and commitment to, library values and ethics (ex. confidentiality/privacy, intellectual freedom). 
Understanding of child development and positive approaches to behavior management. 
Strong project management skills. 
Knowledge of principles of supervising and training staff. 
Knowledge of current trends in teen services. 
Knowledge of children’s and young adult literature and information resources.  
Ability to identify and translate young adult needs into effective library services and programs. 
Demonstrated ability to positively adjust to change, including emerging technologies. 
Familiarity with reference services using a variety of print and electronic resources. 
Must be able to lift and carry boxes up to 25lbs. 

Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school and the Virginia professional library license are required.  
At least one year of professional library experience at the level of Librarian I. 
Experience working with teens and children. 
 
Preferred Competencies: 
Multilingual skills in English plus another language(s) relevant to the Alexandria community. 
Some management or supervisory experience. 
 
Schedule:
Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the Central Library and will include evenings, 
Saturdays and occasional Sundays. 
 
Location:  
Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria VA, 22304 
 
Salary: $62,719.28 - $110,373.64 Annually 
 

Benefits:

Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance.

Application instructions: 
Click here to apply  attaching a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory.  Address Cover Letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager, Alexandria Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA  22304.  Contact with questions:  703-746-1799, or careers@alexlibraryva.org. 

Position is open until filled. 

Reference Librarian II (Librarian II)
Full-Time / 40 Hours Per Week
LOCAL HISTORY/SPECIAL COLLECTIONS BRANCH LIBRARY

The Local History/Special Collections (LH/SC) Branch Library is seeking enthusiastic, tech-savvy candidates with knowledge of genealogy, historiography, and local history for the Reference Services Librarian position.  The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and dedication to serving a diverse community.  Under the direction of the Branch Manager, this position is responsible for managing and staffing the LH/SC Branch’s reference desk. This position also works closely with the Branch Manager to develop technology initiatives, plan and implement innovative programs and projects, and assists with collection development. Responsibilities include orienting staff and researchers on the use of resources in the LH/SC collection and online related to genealogy and Virginia history. This position will also be expected to assist with scanning and metadata needed for the Branch’s ongoing digitization efforts as well as fulfilling image requests from customers. The Reference Services Librarian will serve on committees within the Library, the City, and in professional associations.

Duties:
·         Performs administrative tasks including managing reference desk coverage, maintaining usage statistics, reviewing reference requests/responses, and fulfilling/assigning image and photocopy requests;

·         Serves as the LH/SC volunteer coordinator; liaising with the Library’s volunteer coordinator, managing volunteer projects and goals, and setting schedules for volunteers;

·         Utilizes and monitors the use of library resources, including rare books and archival materials, to respond to patron inquiries, especially complex genealogical and house history questions;

·         Creates programs, displays, subject guides, and bibliographies which highlight specific areas of the collection, such as genealogy, research methods, and orientations, and which work for general and professional audiences;

·         Presents or partners with other library branches, local and regional organizations, the LH/SC Friends Group, and City agencies to plan and present creative and diverse library programming, including genealogy speakers and workshops;

·         Reviews and recommends publications and journals which reflect the diversity and needs of the community, as well as being appropriate for a special collection;

·         Participates in scanning and metadata description of LH/SC materials;

·         Outreach tasks include working with community partners to engage with audiences from elementary school to senior citizens, and will include working with National History Day, as well as Senior Services of Alexandria;

·         Serves on a variety of committees each year;

·         Being co-located with the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, the position assists with reference duties on the Barrett Branch’s Information desk as needed;

·         Manages LH/SC staff in the absence of the Branch Manager;

·         Identify and assist with writing grants to support projects;

·         Works with communications to advertise/post programs on social media.

Skills and Abilities:
·         Excellent customer service, communication skills, and ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, partner organizations, and the public.
·         Familiarity with reference services using a variety of print, archival, and electronic resources.
·         Ability to provide genealogical and regional history assistance.
·         The ability to navigate databases, use an online library catalog, and navigate archival finding aids.
·         Practical knowledge of access, description, security, and handling needs for library and archival materials.
·         Knowledge of integrated library systems, digital asset management systems, subscription databases, imaging software, virtual meeting software, and MS Office software. Ability to learn and train others on new software.
·         An awareness of and ability to train others in the use of national, state, and regional-level websites and digital humanities sites relevant to genealogy, historic preservation, and history.
·         Ability to learn, develop, and present programs related to genealogy, history, and emerging technologies, including promoting the use of technology in staff trainings and meetings.
·         Experience conducting outreach and working with diverse communities.
·         Some management or supervisory experience is preferred.
 
Schedule:
Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the LH/SC Branch Library and will include evenings and rotating Saturdays.

Location:
Local History/Special Collections Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria VA, 22314.

Salary:  $65,855.40 - $89,945 (Mid) annually

Qualifications:
·         Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school required.

·         Ability to obtain or have the Virginia professional library license.

·         At least one year of professional library experience at the level of Librarian I.

·         Ability to learn and adapt to the use of new technology.

·         This position is open until filled.

All newly hired employees must show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Newly hired employees who do not show proof of vaccination or exemption will be subject to weekly COVID-19 testing. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or religious reasons will still be subject to the weekly testing requirement. Otherwise, vaccinated employees will complete the attestation online in the first day of employment.

Application Instructions:
Click here to apply attaching one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory. Address Cover Letter to Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304. Contact with questions: 703-746-1799, or careers@alexlibraryva.org