Library Assistant 2026-2027

Stafford County Public Schools•Stafford, VA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the building administrator and librarian, this position assists in implementing the school library's objectives to enable students and faculty to take advantage of the materials and services available.

Requirements

High School Diploma or its equivalent, library experience preferred.
One (1) year of work-related experience.
Knowledge Organization of the Library, such as the Dewey Decimal System
Skills Demonstrate initiative and flexibility
Strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
Abilities Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
Organize and perform work independently
Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Responsibilities

Performs duties to ensure that the library remains accessible to students and teachers
Assists the Librarian in overseeing the general neatness and attractiveness of the library and its displays
Assists the Librarian with monitoring the library's patrons and maintaining the patron and materials database.
Assists the Librarian with various clerical, maintenance, and accounting functions of the school library, including shelving books and media, processing interlibrary loans, ordering, distributing, and returning materials, the annual inventory of library materials, the preparation of reports, processing of new materials and equipment, maintaining current inventory of supplies, and preparing new books for circulation (labels, stamps, covers), and periodical maintenance.
Inspects the conditions of circulated items and organizes the repair of damaged materials.
Performs circulation desk procedures, including checking in and checking out materials, registering patrons, and collecting fines.
Assists patrons with general questions related to library operations and procedures and with locating library resources.
Provides assistance in the use of AV equipment and other technology.
Provides assistance in the use of computers and library technologies.
Train, Supervise and Maintain Makerspace
Performs various support activities for the school related to library services, as assigned by the Principal and the Librarian
Trains staff and volunteers on laminator operation and general library tasks.
Assists with the training and supervision of volunteers and student aides.
Works with individuals and groups in the library to carry out the instructional plans of the Librarian and to assist in implementing library programs.
Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.