Alexandria is a historic city located in northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C.  Distinct neighborhoods including Old Town, Del Ray and the West End offer something for everyone.  Headquarters to several prominent organizations, including the Patent and Trademark Office and the National Science Foundation, our city of nearly 160,000 residents is a diverse community—a distinctly urban area that retains a small town atmosphere.

Alexandria Library celebrates equity and diversity within our community and staff by:

• Offering programs and resources that reflect our uniquely multicultural community.
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Fostering an atmosphere of dignity and respect.
• Providing opportunities for all staff members to grow and excel.

Alexandria Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. Proficiency/fluency in Amharic, Arabic or Spanish is highly desired, but not required for these positions. These positions require the successful completion of pre-employment background checks, including a criminal background screening.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Alexandria Library!

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Outreach Services Coordinator (Library Assistant II)

Outreach Assistant (Library Assistant I)

Youth Services Assistant

Youth Services Assistant (Library Assistant II)

Part-Time (20 Hours a Week) – Barrett Branch Library

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

· Staffing the Youth Services Desk to assist library users with reference services, library technology, reader’s advisory, and circulation services

· Providing technology instruction to customers and troubleshooting in the use of the Internet, word processing, computers, printers and copiers

· Furnishing information about library activities, facilities, rules and services

· Creating displays and other promotional materials

· Assisting in developing and maintaining the youth collection

· Suggesting and evaluating children’s materials

· Shelving, shelf-reading and conducting other collection management related tasks

· Assisting customers in choosing and finding Children’s/Young Adult materials

· Planning and presenting programming for children ages 0-5 and elementary school aged children, outreach events, summer reading programs for up to age 18, and special programs

· Working and collaborating with tweens and teens, ages 10-18, including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

· Two-year college degree

· At least one year of experience at the level equivalent to the Library Assistant I; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

· Some knowledge of library practices and procedures

· Familiarity with integrated library and computer systems

· Knowledge of Children’s/Young Adult literature and programming

· Excellent command of the English language

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and customers

· Applicant must demonstrate patience with children of all ages and their families, teachers and caregivers

· US Citizenship is required for passport services.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Experience in working with very young children and/or with elementary school-aged children

· Some teaching experience to provide guidance when using library resources and to assist with technology instruction

· Experience working with ESL populations

· A passion for serving people from many cultures

· Foreign language skills

Schedule:

Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the branch and will include mornings, afternoons, and rotating Saturdays.

Location:

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Salary: $21.94 - $27.90 per hour, depending on qualifications.

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

Outreach Services Coordinator (Library Assistant II)
Full-Time/40 Hours a week – Beatley Central Library/Mobile

The Beatley Central Library is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as an Outreach Services Coordinator. The Outreach Services Coordinator plays a crucial role in promoting library engagement, establishing a strong library presence in the community, and researching trends to enhance outside engagement with the library.  Candidates must be enthusiastic, tech-savvy, will have exceptional customer service skills. Under the supervision of the Volunteer Services Coordinator, this position plans special events and community outreach activities, determines community needs and builds community relationships.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Represents Alexandria Library at indoor and outdoor outreach events throughout the City. Loads, drives, and unloads the Outreach Vehicle (and set up and take down tables, chairs, and tents at outreach events).

·         Manages the Library’s outreach event and Outreach Vehicle calendars, coordinates staff sign up, liaises with Library staff and event organizers, and plans outreach tabling and activities.

·         Seeks out and responds to requests for the Library to attend community outreach events with City agencies, local non-profit organizations, and schools/colleges.

·         Manages the upkeep and maintenance of the Outreach Vehicle.

·         Oversees part-time Library Assistant I; works with supervisor to monitor and evaluate job performance; oversees staff training and development as needed.

·         Trains/arranges training for Outreach staff, other Alexandria Library staff, and volunteers providing services at outreach events or on the Outreach Vehicle.

·         Oversees planning, development, delivery, and promotion of in-person programs for Outreach services. This includes reviewing submissions to the library’s event calendar and working with other library staff on planning outreach programming and events.

·         Safely operates the library's Outreach Vehicle to facilitate the delivery of library services, materials, and programs.

·         Serves on the system-wide Outreach Committee.

·         Provides reference assistance, including helping patrons find items, place holds, use e-book and e-audio book services and apps, and register for programs.

·         Provides instruction on the library catalog's use, online resources, and assistance on library technologies, including public PCs.

·         Provides information about library programming and services, including adult, teen, and children’s events and system-wide programming initiatives.

·         Performs basic circulation functions such as checking books in and out and creating library cards.

·         Develops and implements outreach strategies to promote library services and programs to diverse populations within the community.

·         Conducts research on current trends in library engagement and community outreach to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

·         Promotes interest in the library as community resource by visiting and speaking to school, civic and social organizations, and represents the library at community events, conferences, and meetings to promote library services to external partners.

·         Creates and distributes promotional materials, including flyers, posters, and social media content, to raise awareness of library programs and services.

·         Monitors and evaluates outreach efforts, collecting data and feedback to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

·         Collaborates with library staff to integrate outreach initiatives into existing programs and services, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive approach to community engagement.

·         Identifies opportunities for grant funding or sponsorships to support outreach activities and initiatives.

·         Able to handle conflict resolution.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience related to the delivery of high-quality programs and community resources.

·         1- 2 years minimum of Supervisory experience required.

·         Able and willing to pass City of Alexandria driving and van classes after hire.

·         Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Willingness to travel throughout the City of Alexandria and occasionally into surrounding counties.

·         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 skills; be comfortable speaking to large groups.

·         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, laptops, internet, smartphones and tablets, and in addition to other office equipment.

·         Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Previous Library experience.

·         Bilingual in English and Spanish, Amharic, or Arabic preferred.

·         Self-motivated and goal-oriented.

·         Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships with the staff, trustees, and the public.

·         Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patrons.

·         Ability to maintain the confidentiality of library patron information.

·         Awareness of trends, best practices, and professional resources.

·          Ability to gather statistics, analyze information, and write reports.

·         Ability to operate library equipment and technology properly, which may require knowledge of databases and search methods.

Salary: $47,035.56- $75,078.90 per year

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

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

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