What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant II - Library - Montvale position at Bedford County, Virginia?
The Bedford Public Library System is seeking a friendly, public service oriented individual to work in the Montvale Library. The ability to work with groups of children and/or young adults and lead children’s programs is required. Major duties also include a full range of automated circulation desk procedures, assisting patrons with materials selection, responding to library policy questions, assisting patrons with use of the computers, and other clerical duties, as assigned.
The successful candidate will be comfortable with technology in general, able to learn new software, able to use Microsoft Office applications and basic office machines. The candidate should also be familiar with various digital devices and library-related apps, including but not limited to e-readers, iPads, and laptops.
The candidate should be able to spend five or more hours daily at a computer screen; stooping, bending, lifting, and reaching, plus be able to lift 25 pound bags/boxes of books and materials.
Part-time, 20 hours per week including Monday, Friday, and alternating Thursday and Saturday morning hours.
Library Assistant II is in pay grade 2 and requires an Associate’s degree or higher and starts at $14.61/hr. Additional benefits include holidays, earned leave, and opportunity to participate in the Commonwealth of VA 457 deferred compensation plan.
Anticipated start date is May 1st, 2026. The BPLS maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. A criminal background check, and previous employer references are required as conditions of pre-employment.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This is not an employment contract and does not alter any employee at-will status.
Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Bedford County is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We are committed to implementing nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring, and retaining highly skilled and dependable Veterans. The V3 Program is an official Commonwealth of Virginia Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§ 2.2-2001.2).
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