LIBRARIAN IV / CENTRAL LIBRARY MANAGER  

Custodian Supervisor

Custodian

Outreach Assistant (Library Assistant I)

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LIBRARIAN IV / CENTRAL LIBRARY MANAGER  

Full-time / 40 hours per week

CHARLES E. BEATLEY JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY

The Librarian IV is responsible for the operation of the City of Alexandria’s Central Library, the largest library in the system.  The Librarian IV supervises the Circulation, Adult Services and Youth Services Section Managers of the Central Library.  In addition, this position oversees several citywide library services, including Interlibrary Loan Service, Talking Books Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, and Outreach Services.  The Librarian IV receives general supervision from the Deputy Director of Libraries. 

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares annual goals and objectives for the Central Library
Plans and coordinates the library services of the Central Library
Supervises and evaluates the Section Managers of the Central Library; assists with writing position descriptions and manages the hiring process for vacant positions, including scheduling and leading interviews, writing interview questions, and evaluating candidates
Delegates library duties, assigns special projects and approves leave
Works with the Adult Services Department to purchase new print materials and evaluate the adult material collections; Oversees total materials budget, including children’s and teen budgets.
Interprets library policies, resolves patron complaints and provides library information for the public
Writes monthly, annual, and special reports for Library Administration; leads the system-wide Reference Survey project annually
Participates in the development of new library policies and procedures for the library system
Reviews and writes personnel budget recommendations for Library Administration
Acts as liaison for the Friends of the Library at the Central Library and manages yearly Friends programming budgets
Plans special library programs at the Central Library, including tours and presentations
Completes passport agent training and serves as the passport Facility Manager
Secures and ensures the security of the building and the safety of employees
Reports building issues and works with Library Administration and City General Services to oversee repairs and large building projects
Manages the upkeep of the Reading Garden space, including coordinating ongoing maintenance of the garden beds with local gardeners and funding for maintenance and repairs with the Beatley Friends
Represents the library at City intradepartmental meetings, regional professional meetings, and community meetings
  

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of professional library principles, methods, materials, and practices, especially as they relate to the field of public librarianship and management

The ability to analyze professional and administrative problems, to make recommendations, and take appropriate actions in their solution

The ability to supervise, council, and train professional, paraprofessional ,and support staff in the various activities of a branch library or major section of the library

The ability to interpret library policies and objectives to community groups, public officials, City departments, business and education leaders, and the general public

The ability to participate in the development or improvement of professional library methods and standards and to establish and maintain effective public relations

Thorough knowledge of collection management practices, including knowledge of reader interests, books, and authors

The ideal candidate will have strong organization and time management skills and be able to juggle multiple responsibilities, tasks, and deadlines at once

The ideal candidate will be able to work closely with multiple groups of stakeholders, such as the Beatley Friends, other City Departments, and local non-profit organizations to foster collaboration and partnership

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum: Master's Degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited school; at least five years of experience in professional library work, including two or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity at the level of Librarian III; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  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.

Salary: $73,323.38- $129,033.32

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the staffing needs of the library, and will include days, evenings, and  include regular weekend hours

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 one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory.  Address Cover Letter Shekinah Reynolds, HR Manager, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA  22304.  Contact with questions: 703-746-1799, or careers@alexlibraryva.org

This position is open until filled

Custodian Supervisor

Full time/ All Locations

40 Hours per week

A Custodian Supervisor supervises and performs custodial duties for one or more public buildings. An employee in this class is responsible for planning, assigning and supervising the work and training of Custodians engaged in cleaning and minor maintenance tasks. Responsibilities may include coordination of activities on a multiple shift operation in a group of public buildings. Specific oral and written instructions accompany major assignments but the employee makes routine decisions and is responsible for planning work schedules and methods. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed on the basis of results obtained.

Duties include:

·         Supervises custodial staff and facility operation;

·         Routinely performs custodial duties at one or more of the Library Branches;

·         Directs other employees and oversees all work activities for the purpose of insuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner;

·         Evaluates and implements projects for the purpose of carrying out goals and objectives within area of responsibility;

·         Supervises custodial functions (e.g. planning, scheduling, training, discipline, evaluation) for the purpose of insuring the Department functions in a safe and efficient manner;

·         Reviews prospective custodial candidates (e.g. screening, interviewing, etc.) for the purpose of hiring new custodial staff;

·         Plans cleaning schedules and sequences custodial work operations to assure an even flow and distribution of work, expeditious opening of buildings for meetings and rentals, and the meeting of schedules and deadlines;

·         Reviews custodial work schedules to meet changes in workload considering such factors as peak loads, availability of custodians, and time required to perform the custodial work;

·         Assigns work to subordinate custodians, explains work requirements, instructs them in proper custodial methods, reviews completed work and evaluates it for quality and quantity;

·         Sets standards of adequacy for completion of prescribed custodial tasks;

·         Coordinates custodial operations with custodial representatives in other buildings, concerning matters of work remaining to be done, work priorities and custodial procedures;

·         Reassigns crews and custodial personnel, as necessary, in order to accomplish custodial work in the most effective manner;

·         Supervises the periodic checks and minor repair of lighting and plumbing equipment, replacement of fuses, burned out bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters;

·         Acts as liaison for requests for skilled repairs in emergencies or as maintenance work is required;

·         Maintains the level of custodial supplies on hand to accomplish tasks (within budget guidelines), coordinates the ordering of supplies and equipment, and ensures that custodial equipment is maintained in good working condition, keeping accurate maintenance and repair records and physical inventory records of cleaning equipment;

·         Anticipates repair/maintenance needs and takes preventative measures to maintain service and safety levels;

·         Receives and store incoming stock, deliver stock and equipment to all health department sites;

·         Performs building inspections, minor maintenance/repairs at all sites, sends routine and emergency work orders, serves as liaison to City General Services;

·         Performs other related duties.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of materials, supplies and practices essential to the cleaning of buildings; thorough knowledge of the operation and care of wet and dry vacuum cleaners, floor buffing machines, mop wringers, mops, brushes, soaps, floor stripping materials, cleaning fluids, floor waxes and other materials and equipment related to care of buildings; thorough knowledge of the hazards and precautionary methods necessary to custodial operations; ability to assign and check the work of subordinates and to train and instruct employees in building cleaning operations and safety; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, building occupants and the public; ability to maintain necessary records relating to custodial task operations and prepare simple written reports.

·         Must be able to lift 20-50 lbs. on a regular basis without help and carry custodial materials, office supplies, furniture, tools, and other materials in a safe and secure manner

·         Must have a valid local driver's license and be insurable by the Alexandria Library’s insurance company

·         Must own or have regular access to an automobile, and must be able to travel to different locations - when needed.  Employees will be reimbursed at the current federal mileage reimbursement rate.

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the Library and will include evenings, Saturdays and occasional Sundays.

Salary:      $41,147.08-  $72,410.52

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

Open Until Filled

Custodian
James M. Duncan Branch Library
Part-Time/20 Hours a week

 A Custodian performs routine manual tasks involving the custodial care and cleaning of public buildings. This work includes performing cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in an assigned building or building area. Primary responsibilities are to use proper methods, materials and equipment in cleaning and attending to the neatness and sanitation of buildings and/or equipment. An employee in this class works under close supervision, and activities follow a well-established routine. This position is primarily assigned to the James M. Duncan Branch Library but may be requested to assist at another Alexandria Library location (based on need).

 Duties include:

·         Sweeps, mops, scrubs floors and spot clean all common areas

·         Dusts and cleans offices

·         Washes windows, walls, and mirrors; cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes restrooms and replenishes supplies

·          Helps move office and building furniture and equipment, and prepares rooms for meetings

·         Empties waste cans and ash cans; recycles bottles, cans, white paper, newspapers

·         Maintains a variety of cleaning equipment

·          Reports building problems

·         Maintains immediate outdoor areas by picking up trash, weeding, and watering plants

·          Other duties as assigned.

 Skills and Abilities:

·         Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment

·         Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of surfaces

·         Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions

·         Ability to work safely without hazard to self and/ or others

·         Sufficient physical strength to withstand the strain of working long hours performing cleaning work ---reaching, bending, stooping, and carrying

·         Some experience in janitorial or related custodial work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is preferred

·         Applicant needs to be hardworking, able to work independently, reliable, and must show initiative. 

Minimum requirements:

·         Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions in English

·         Must be able to lift 20-50 lbs. on a regular basis without help and carry custodial materials, office supplies, furniture, tools, and other materials in a safe and secure manner

·         Must have a valid local driver's license and be insurable by the Alexandria Library’s insurance company

·         Must own or have regular access to an automobile, and must be able to travel to different locations - when needed.  Employees will be reimbursed at the current federal mileage reimbursement rate.

Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the Duncan Branch and will include evenings, Saturdays and occasional Sundays.

Salary:  $17.0796- $22.9670 (Hourly)

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

Open Until Filled

Outreach Assistant (Library Assistant I) 
Part-time 20 Hours a Week - Beatley Central Library/Mobile 

The Outreach Assistant (Library Assistant I) is part of the team responsible for Alexandria Library’s system-wide outreach services operating out of Beatley Central Library.  Under the direction of the Outreach Coordinator, the individual in this position will be responsible for organizing, executing, and staffing outreach activities within the community.  
 
Position Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assists the Outreach Services Coordinator with the information, circulation, and program services related to Alexandria Library’s outreach objectives, including things pertaining to the Outreach Vehicle. 
• Represents Alexandria Library at indoor and outdoor outreach events throughout the City of Alexandria 
• Prepares for outreach events -- including but not limited to loading and unloading outreach vehicles, driving outreach vehicles, setting up events and tearing down events. 
• Performs basic circulation functions such as checking books in and out and creating library cards.  
• Helps manage customer relations as an Outreach Department point of contact. 
• Coordinates the promotion of Library outreach, services, and collections to the community. 
• Trains/arranges training for other Alexandria Library staff and volunteers who are providing services at outreach events.   
• Helps maintain an outreach calendar and staff outreach opportunity sign-up system Assists at community outreach events with City agencies, county agencies, and other organizations. 
• Assists in the planning, development, delivery, and promotion of in-person programs for Outreach services.  
• Maintains and develops Outreach resources, including office space, print materials and technology, and inventory. 
• Develops Outreach resources such as print materials for promotion. 
• Safely operates library vehicles, including the Outreach Electric Vehicle, to facilitate the delivery of library services, materials, and programs. 
• Assists with maintenance procedures for the Outreach Vehicle, as needed. 
• Performs routine data entry. 
• Take shifts at the Circulation Desk, as needed. 
• Assists with special projects as required. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
   

Qualifications: 

• Two-year college degree or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 
• Able and willing to pass City of Alexandria driving training. 
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Willingness to travel (usually within the City of Alexandria 
• Knowledge of public library reference tools, including web and database searching. 
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills; the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people; and the ability to organize and juggle multiple tasks. 
• Demonstrate oral and written communication and presentation skills. 
• Have commitment to community, public service, and providing exceptional customer service. 
• Ability to operate relevant computer systems including hardware and software, such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, electronic databases, e-mail, and internet in addition to other office equipment. 
   
  Preferred Qualifications: 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, Amharic, or Arabic preferred. 
• Library experience not required, but beneficial 
• General knowledge of literature, reference and information materials, publishers, and periodicals 
   
  Education Level 
  Two-Year College Degree or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   
   
   Pay Rate: $20.9905- $32.0510 per hour 
   
  Benefits: Accrues sick and annual leave 
   
  Schedule: Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the Library and will include evenings, Saturdays and occasional Sundays. Days with evening and weekend hours. 
   
  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 April 2026