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

Sunday Librarian Substitute

4  Hours a Week (as needed)

The Alexandria Library is searching for a part-time Librarian. The incumbent is responsible for assisting customers at the Reference/Information Desk and providing general support for the Adult Services Department.

Duties:                       

• Answers all types of reference questions using print and digital sources in an efficient and courteous manner
• Staffs the information desk to assist library customers in person and by phone with inquiries regarding library materials and other sources of information
• Assists customers with the online catalog, electronic reference services, and with the automated internet registration and printing
• Interprets policies and procedures of the library to the public
• Furnishes information about library activities, facilities, rules, and services
• Helps customers with other community services provided through the Library
• Qualify to become a U.S. passport agent
• Other duties as assigned
   

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:   

• 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 oral and written
• 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
• Foreign language skills

Minimum Requirements:

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for passport services.

Salary: $ 29.27/hour

Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.

Schedule: Sunday 1-5 PM (Based on Branch needs)

Location: Duncan Branch Library-2501 Commonwealth Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301

                   Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library – 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

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

Library Operations Supervisor

Full-Time/ 40 Hours Per Week

Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library

The Alexandria Library is looking for an enthusiastic individual to lead its Central Library Circulation Team.  The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and the desire to develop new staffing and service models.  Under the direction of the Central Library Manager, the Library Operations Supervisor develops library circulation policies and procedures, while managing the circulation department of the Beatley Central Library.

Management Duties:

·         Provides vision and leadership for the Central Library’s Circulation Department;

·         Facilitates and plans monthly Circulation Manager meetings with the Branch Library Circulation Managers;

·         Reviews and revises system-wide circulation policies and procedures, brainstorms improvements to implements new policies, procedures, and workflows;

• 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;
• Assists in preparing job postings, interviewing, and selecting candidates for circulation positions;
• Helps develop guidelines for circulating new types of materials;
• Oversees management of Beatley Meeting Room bookings;
• Conducts regular meetings with circulation staff;
• Under the guidance of the Central Library Manager, participates in Central Library Department Head Meetings and building-wide initiatives;
• Meets with other branch staff to recommend goals and events, as well as coordinate work;
• Opens and closes the Central Library through opening and re-securing the building, preparing daily cash receipts for transfer and reconciling discrepancies;
• Participates in Library committees;
• Resolves sensitive account issues and explains library policies and procedures to patrons;
• Performs related work as required.
   

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Management and supervisory skills, including team building, training, mentoring, and hiring.

·         Excellent communication and customer service skills.

·         Extensive knowledge of technology including digital services, integrated library systems, and online databases.

·         Knowledge of public library resources and operations.

·         Strong organizational and time management skills.

·         Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing library environment, analyze problems, and recommend solutions.

·         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, even in stressful situations.

·         Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and staff.

·         Thorough knowledge of paraprofessional library methods, procedures and practices.

·         Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

·         Ability to create schedules for a large team of full and part-time staff members.

·         Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and meet deadlines.

·         Ability to handle conflict resolution.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience equivalent to a Library Assistant III, or related paraprofessional experience in a public library using ILS computer systems to perform circulation functions.
2 or more years of Supervisory experience required.
Have commitment to community, public service, and providing exceptional customer service.
 

Salary:  $54,184.26 - $75,957.70 Annually

Schedule:

Hours are scheduled to meet the staffing needs of the library, and will include days, evenings, rotating Saturdays, and occasional Sundays at the Beatley Central Library

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

Send/Email/Fax Cover Letter, Resume to:

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:  703-746-1799, or careers@alexlibraryva.org.

Youth Services Assistant (Library Assistant II)

Part-Time (20 Hours a Week) – Barrett Branch Library

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

· Staffing the Youth Services Desk to assist library users with reference services, library technology, reader’s advisory, and circulation services

· Providing technology instruction to customers and troubleshooting in the use of the Internet, word processing, computers, printers and copiers

· Furnishing information about library activities, facilities, rules and services

· Creating displays and other promotional materials

· Assisting in developing and maintaining the youth collection

· Suggesting and evaluating children’s materials

· Shelving, shelf-reading and conducting other collection management related tasks

· Assisting customers in choosing and finding Children’s/Young Adult materials

· Planning and presenting programming for children ages 0-5 and elementary school aged children, outreach events, summer reading programs for up to age 18, and special programs

· Working and collaborating with tweens and teens, ages 10-18, including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

· Two-year college degree

· At least one year of experience at the level equivalent to the Library Assistant I; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

· Some knowledge of library practices and procedures

· Familiarity with integrated library and computer systems

· Knowledge of Children’s/Young Adult literature and programming

· Excellent command of the English language

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and customers

· Applicant must demonstrate patience with children of all ages and their families, teachers and caregivers

· US Citizenship is required for passport services.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Experience in working with very young children and/or with elementary school-aged children

· Some teaching experience to provide guidance when using library resources and to assist with technology instruction

· Experience working with ESL populations

· A passion for serving people from many cultures

· Foreign language skills

Schedule:

Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the branch and will include mornings, afternoons, and rotating Saturdays.

Location:

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Salary: $21.94 - $27.90 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Benefits: Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability insurance 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 Open Until Filled

Last updated July 29, 2024