Part-Time Library Collections Assistant (Library Specialist I)

HIRING RANGE: $15.41 Hourly

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

GENERAL INFORMATION: Brightpoint Community College is a two-year, public institution of higher education and the fifth largest of the 23 community colleges in Virginia. Our college adds value to the greater Richmond community by offering freshman- and sophomore-level classes that easily transfer to top-notch colleges and universities, more than 60 in-demand career and technical programs, personal enrichment and professional development classes for lifetime learning, professors committed to excellence in teaching, and high-quality, easily accessible, and affordable education for our entire community.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Brightpoint Community College is seeking a Collections Assistant to join our Libraries. The Collections Assistant works under the supervision of the Library Director and with the Collections Specialist. The Collections Assistant supports the purchase of print and digital materials and supplies for the library, supports collections maintenance, and works directly with students, faculty and staff to provide information services. The Collections Assistant’s role includes ordering of library materials, assisting with the management of existing library collections, answering questions at the in-person and virtual Information Desk, and assisting with the college archive. The Collections Assistant is based at the Chester Campus; 20-29 hours per week; schedule may include day, evening and/or Saturday hours.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: High school diploma (or equivalent) required. Excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a team-oriented environment. Flexibility to adapt in a changing environment. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Library, archives, bookstore or museum experience preferred. Cataloging experience preferred. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply even if their past experience does not include all of the preferred qualifications.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS career website located at https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/57171.

Brightpoint Community College embraces a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion that empowers anyone from anywhere to be successful in their academic and professional pursuits. We strive to provide an environment that is enriching to all by understanding and appreciating our dimensions of diversity, becoming global citizens, and welcoming new ways of engaging the unique contributions of all people.

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