Fairfax County Government hiring Youth Services Assistant (Library Information Assistant) in Lorton, VA | LinkedIn (2024)

Job AnnouncementUnder the general supervision of a professional librarian, provides information services to customers of all ages, including reference, programming and outreach, and inter-library loan. Recommends reading materials to customers with an emphasis on services to youth. Assists in collection management. Communicates and interprets library policies and procedures to the public. Performs other duties as may be assigned to further the goals and objectives of Fairfax County Public Library.

Note: This job announcement may be used to fill future part-time Youth Services Assistant (Library Information Assistant) vacancies; current and/or future vacancies may be 20 hour per week job-shared positions.

Current vacancies are located at the following branches:

Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA, 22079-2124

Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke, VA, 22015

Salary Disclaimer: The selected applicant's starting hourly rate will be in the minimum to midpoint range ($26.8219 - $35.7625) and will not exceed the mid-point of the advertised compensation range (Note: Compensation rules apply per Fairfax County personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees).

Schedule: This is a part-time (20 hours/week) position. Scheduling flexibility is imperative. Standard hours may include day and/or evening hours to include weekdays and weekends as assigned. The schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library.

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Illustrative Duties(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Answers informational and reference questions from customers using print and electronic resources;

Assists and instructs customers in the use of print and online materials and technology;

Advises and assists customers in the selection of books, periodicals, media, and other materials;

Plans and provides programs and outreach to customers of all ages;

Maintains collection by weeding, marketing, and merchandising library materials;

Troubleshoots library computers and reports unresolved problems through proper channels;

Performs copy cataloging of library materials;

Identifies materials to be considered for addition to the library collection;

Remains current in resources, services and technologies in the information field;

May supervise volunteers.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Working knowledge of the principles, standards, and practices of library science;

Knowledge of library reference sources and methods;

Ability to provide information service to customers of all ages;

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others;

Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative;

Knowledge of word processing and computer applications;

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to answer reference questions and provide reading guidance;

Knowledge of the Library's operating procedures;

Ability to understand and interpret policies;

Ability to promote interest in library services;

Ability to plan and provide community-oriented library programs and outreach;

Ability to adapt to workplace change.

Ability to plan and provide youth-oriented library programs and outreach;

Knowledge of youth materials.

Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years of experience working in a library, bookstore, educational or research setting.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and child protective services check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must enjoy working with children and teens.
• Strong customer services skills and at least one year of experience working at a public services desk providing front-line customer service in a library setting.
• At least two years of experience working or volunteering in a library, bookstore, education or research setting.
• At least one year providing readers' advisory services to patrons requiring children's material or literature.
• At least one year of experience assisting others with basic computer technology and troubleshooting equipment.
• At least one year of experience working with book collection.
• At least one year of experience presenting or hosting programs/tours and/or book talking.
• Demonstrated computer and mobile device proficiency including usage of e-books and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements. Ability to stand for 2 hours at a time. Ability to shelve materials at all height levels. Ability to stoop, bend, reach, squat, and kneel. Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County to provide coverage, attend meetings and trainings. Physical requirements are applicable to all duties. Ability to push and pull 4-wheeled book bins filled at 90% capacity, requiring 20 lbs. of initial (starting) force, and a sustained force of 10 lbs. after initial acceleration. Ability to push and pull 4-wheeled book carts filled at 70% capacity, requiring 14 lbs. of initial (starting) force, and a sustained force of 7 lbs. after initial acceleration. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.