IMPORTANT NOTICE
Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Arlington County's Public Library is seeking an energetic and customer service focused Library Associate to join the Public Services team. This position will be responsible for assisting customers and performing a variety of tasks to ensure the successful operation of a public library with a diverse population, including people with limited English skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
Substitution: Additional qualifying related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. A Master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science may substitute some experience in library procedures.
Desirable: Preference may be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following in a library setting;
Performing circulatory and patron account support services;
Providing programming assistance and promotion;
A strong familiarity with library collections;
Providing customer service to diverse populations, including circulation of materials and reader's advisory;
Providing technical assistance to patrons with varying abilities; and/or
Managing patron complaints and issues.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week including a regular Saturday and Sunday rotation and evening hours. Actual work schedule will be determined upon appointment, based on the needs of the library. Work assignment may change over time.
The current part-time vacancy is at the Glencarlyn Library, 300 S. Kensington St, Arlington VA, 22204
Physical Requirements: Must be able to push and pull full book carts and lift items weighing up to 35 lbs.
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Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
