Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Library Assistant - Youth & Family Services Job Type Part Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM Division LIBRARIES ADMIN Requisition Number 2026331 Number of hours worked per week 22 hours per week Work Schedule
Schedule Varies
May 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 GE01 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary
Starting Rate: $16.93 minimum hourly starting rate.
Job Description
The Library Assistant I position requires exemplary customer service skills and a commitment to outstanding service.
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is seeking individuals with a heart for the community who share our mission to build bridges to discovery through professionalism, collaboration, curiosity, communication, and solution focused service to join our team as a Library Assistant I.
CPL prides itself on exemplifying the City of Chesapeake CARES (Courtesy, Attentiveness, Responsiveness, Empowerment, Stewardship) standards to our internal and external customers. The ideal candidate for a library position is someone with a commitment to service who possesses a growth mindset and is looking for a career focused on service to others.
Responsibilities of the Library Assistant I include:
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience in public libraries or customer service-related industry or volunteerism equivalent to 6 months' part-time work experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver's license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
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
The ideal candidate is skilled at delivering excellent customer service. The candidate should enjoy working and assisting customers of all ages and backgrounds.
Interested applicants should exhibit computer proficiency.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/09/2026 Job Close Date 07/16/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located at Central Library: 298 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA, 23322.
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required for adults 18 years of age and older.
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening, and weekend hours.
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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Twisting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. 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 restraints in 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 N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases D = Daily Physical Danger or Abuse M = Several Times Per Month 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 N = Never Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity N = Never 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more 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
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