Library Assistant II - Youth & Family Services

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Library Assistant II - Youth & Family Services Job Type Part Time Posting Type City Employees Only Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM Division LIBRARIES ADMIN Requisition Number 2026397 Number of hours worked per week 22 hours per week Work Schedule

Work schedule varies:

To include day, evening, weekend hours, and occasional after-hours programming.

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE02 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.51 minimum starting hourly salary.

• Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Job Description

The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic and detail oriented part-time Library Assistant II, who has a passion for public service, exemplary customer service and organizational skills to perform library/clerical work at any public service desk (Circulation, Adult Services, or Youth and Family Services (YFS) but primarily in YFS in a busy area library.

YFS position responsibilities include assisting in the planning, conducting, and promoting in-house and outreach programs for youth and families. This includes Storytime, STEM/STEAM programming, special events and providing homework help.

Ability to provide reader's advisory services for children, ranging from pre-school to middle school age, teens, and parents.

Plans, prepares, and maintains library displays and conducts tours when requested.

Promote services and programs using approved social media websites.

Participate in CPL system-wide committees.

General public service desk responsibilities include: providing complex paraprofessional services at the public services desk using printed and electronic sources to assist with public computers, public access catalogs, copiers, faxes, A/V equipment, eReaders, and locating library materials.

Performs collection maintenance tasks such as holds, shelving and shelf reading, damaged materials and discards.

Prepares and maintains various reports and records.

Perform other related duties as assigned and assist at all service points as needed.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months' public library experience preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards depending on the department.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Automated circulation systems highly desired.

Public library related experience desired.

Experience working with computers is highly desirable.

Comfortable with learning and demonstrating usage of computers,

Internet, library catalog, eReaders, eBooks, research databases, e-mail, photocopiers, and fax machines.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 08/10/2026 Job Close Date 08/17/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located at the Stillman Central Library - 298 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322.

This opportunity is available to current City of Chesapeake employees. As the City of Chesapeake and Chesapeake Public Schools are separate governmental entities, employees of Chesapeake Public Schools are not included in the City employee eligibility requirement.

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

A background check including fingerprint and Child Protective Service (CPS) reports are required.

The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another area library, if and when a need arises.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, automatic book drop, E-release printing, copier, scanner, computer, self-checkout stations, cash register, debit/credit card machine, telephone, fax machine, mobile devices (eReaders, tablets), studio equipment (Cricut, 3D printer, Glowforge) and related software, HoldIt locker, pay station, Outreach hybrid vehicles and related equipment/mechanics, calculator, barcode reader, stepstools, variety of library materials.

Protective Equipment Required

Seat belt restrains in City vehicles.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases D = Daily Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.

• Yes

• No

• • This position is for City employees, volunteers, temporary workers, and interns only. Are you currently a City of Chesapeake employee, volunteer, temporary worker, or intern? This information will be verified. Please update your application accordingly.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter