Temporary Library Assistant I


Job Details

General Statement of Duties

Participates fully in providing library services to patrons in the fast-paced environment of the school library and provides clerical and technical support as needed. Presents a welcoming demeanor and relates well to staff and students.

This is a Temporary position for the 2023-24 school year. No more than 29 hours per week . Hours per day will be assigned by the principal. This vacancy is open until filled.

Essential Duties

  • Provides assistance to the librarian as needed, including:

    Developing materials and reports for lessons and special programs (typing, copying, laminating, etc.)

    Preparing reports and maintaining data records

    Staging the library for multimedia presentations or special events

    Ordering materials and library supplies

    Assisting with book fairs and other fundraisers

    Weeding and inventory preparation

    Pulling books for classroom use

    Providing circulation and other data collection and entry support as needed

    Provides coverage and supervision for the library when the librarian is teaching

    Performs related library work to support the librarian(s)

    Manages students coming and going from the library

    Assists teachers, students, and other groups using the library

    Maintains a working knowledge of the content of print and non-print resources and recommends appropriate choices to students and teachers

    Manages reserves and interlibrary loans including requesting, sending, and tracking materials

    Maintains spreadsheets/databases as needed (includes Inter Library Loans, Equipment, Literacy Program information, financial tracking)

    Maintains records of lost or damaged books

    Provides mobile checkouts when needed

    Assists in the creation of displays

    Provides support for makerspace scheduling, usage, and maintenance, when applicable

    Ensures that materials are shelved and straightened daily

    Assists with other library materials for special projects/programs such as book celebrations, book clubs, all school reads, etc.

    Assists in implementing the division Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) as it relates to student use of the Internet and electronic resources

    Prepares and processes new materials for shelving and circulation (includes sending items to be cataloged, creating spine labels, applying appropriate stamps and labels, covering books, checking for items on the online circulation system)

    Repairs worn or damaged items (includes fixing spines, covers, loose pages, etc.)

    Maintains patrons' library cards (includes making cards, sending cards to new schools, replacing lost cards)

    Responds to all communications in a timely manner to include digital, analog, print, and oral communication

    Ability and desire to learn new technologies and media
    Attends work daily and is engaged in job responsibilities


Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Must possess strong communications skills and be able to follow directions. Is able to use computers(with training) in a broad range of applications such as but not limited to the following: Online Circulation System (SIRSI), Google Apps for Education (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides, etc.), Microsoft Office, Outlook, Internet Search Engines, Database navigation and searching, Clever, PowerSchool, and Schoology. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member. Is self-motivated/directed and able to multitask.

Additional Information

$15.76 per hour This vacancy is open until filled.

ATTENTION:

THE TEMPORARY HIRING PROCESS IS HANDLED BY THE PRINCIPAL AT THE SCHOOL AT 804-###-####.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, please mail, fax, or hand deliver three signed reference letters , Child Abuse and Recognition Training, Certificate, and college transcripts and teaching license to:

Henrico County Public Schools

Department of Human Resources

P. O. Box 23120

3820 Nine Mile Road

Henrico , VA 23223-0420

Fax: (804) ###-####

The School Board of Henrico County is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex (including pregnancy), gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), in employment or in its programs and activities.

EOE/Accommodations Upon Request

Minimum Salary

Maximum Salary

Currency USD

Main Organization Public Schools

Public Schools

Employment Status Hourly/Temporary

Hourly/Temporary

Amount of Travel

Work At Home





 Henrico County Virginia

 05/28/2024

 Henrico,VA