What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant II - Outreach Services position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Library Assistant II - Outreach Services
Job Type
Part Time
Posting Type
City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division
LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2026304
Number of hours worked per week
25 hours
Work Schedule
Work Schedule Varies
Includes day, evening, and weekend hours.
May also include after-hours special 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.
Includes day, evening, and weekend hours.
May also include after-hours special 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
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE02
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
Starting Rate: $17.51
- Actual starting rate depends on education and relevant experience.
Job Description
Are you passionate about connecting with your community and creating meaningful experiences? Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) is looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused individual to join our team as a Part-Time Library Assistant II in Outreach Services.
At CPL, we believe in making room at the table for everyone, creating vibrant hubs inside and outside our buildings that are full of energy and opportunity. The Outreach team delivers on our mission to educate, empower, and connect our community through services to children, teens, and adults. If you’re ready to make a difference, grow your skills, and be part of a library system that values relationships, creativity, and community — we’d love to meet you.
What We’re Looking For:
Outgoing, engaging, and ready to dive into self-paced, people-first environment.
A natural communicator with excellent customer service and organizational skills.
Resourceful, dependable, and comfortable juggling multiple tasks; taking initiative to identify and complete essential, operational tasks.
A team player who also thrives working independently.
Excited about promoting literacy, sharing technology, and delivering innovative programs that inspire and educate.
In This Role, You’ll:
Work closely with a supportive and passionate team.
Help bring library services directly into the community.
Engage with people of all ages through creative programming and outreach events.
Represent CPL with positivity and professionalism as you build relationships with peers, partners, and patrons alike.
Responsibilities Include:
- Deliver engaging off-site services and programs to children, teens, and adults with visits to daycares, schools, senior facilities, neighborhoods, and community sites.
- Explain and assist with library services, readers advisory, and aid in digital literacy skills to adults of all ages and abilities through encouragement and patience.
- Provide story times and craft kits, STEM/STEAM activities, create displays, and promotional materials.
- Verbally communicate library services, programs and events.
- Maintain outreach equipment, supplies, and library collection.
- Provide circulation assistance with shelving, updating patron information and library cards, placing holds, discards, and donations.
- Regularly drive the city and library fleet, which includes reserving vehicles, transporting library materials, and tracking and maintaining vehicle operations.
- Setup outreach events, including tents, tables, lawn games, and library resources.
- Meet frequent physical demands of the position, including but not limited to lifting, kneeling, bending, and using ladders.
- Mentor and instruct library volunteers to provide community outreaches.
- Work at an assigned library branch when needed.
- Prepare reports and records.
The weekly schedule is varied and includes day, evening and weekend hours and may also include after-hours programming.
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months’ public library experience preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with 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.
Requires one year of college in liberal arts or library science or any equivalent combination of education and customer service experience.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months related, full-time equivalent library or customer service experience. Six months’ public library experience preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with 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
Six months of public library experience is preferred but another library, youth development, or STEM/STEAM experience will be considered.
Experience or interest in developing programs and activities for children, tweens, and teens.
Experience or interest in developing activities connecting with our aging population.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
07/01/2026
Job Close Date
07/08/2026
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to the candidates selected for an interview.
The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another area library, if and when a need arises.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
An acceptable criminal history and Child Protective Services (CPS) reports are required.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to the candidates selected for an interview.
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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
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 required 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
M = Several Times Per Month
Electrical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
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
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
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
Continuously- 2/3 or more 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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
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