Library Programs & Outreach Specialist Job at Virginia's Community College Syste

Overview

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Rappahannock Community College (RCC) is seeking applicants for a part-time Library Programs & Outreach Specialist position. This position works 29 hours / week at our Warsaw campus. The anticipated hiring range is $19.00 – $21.00 per hour without benefits, commensurate with experience. Reporting to the Circulation Manager, this position serves as the library’s representative in the community and promotes support for the library. The Library Programs & Outreach Specialist serves the Learning Resources Center primarily for outreach and programming for college and public library events. The incumbent also acts as the Richmond County Public Library (RCPL) youth services specialist (children and young adult) and provides outreach and programming for all ages and demographics within the community. This position also provides library marketing to young patrons and their families and helps maintain RCPL’s social media.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, promote and deliver high-quality library programs for children, young adults, adults, senior citizens, and RCC students on both campuses.
• Coordinate the Summer Reading Program, including planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, contacting presenters, and all duties necessary to make the program successful.
• Coordinate National Library Week, National Children’s Book Week, and other annual events that bring patrons into the library.
• Provide basic reference services at the Library Service Desk to students, faculty, the college, and the public community.
• Utilize the Integrated Library System – Alma (ILS) to perform circulation duties, including patron processing, discharging library materials, processing bad debt, and other duties as assigned by the Circulation Manager.
• Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned; may assist the agency or state government in emergencies.

Qualifications (KSA's / Required)

Additional Considerations

Working Arrangements & Travel

Operation of a State Vehicle : Yes

Travel : This position requires occasional travel to the Glenns campus.

Application Process

A fully completed VCCS ATS online employment application, cover letter and resume describing qualifications are required. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before September 19, 2025. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application.

Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs. For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process (AHP). To request an AHP Letter, visit the Virginia DARS site or contact DARS / DBVI as appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

EEO Statement : The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement : VCCS provides reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement : VCCS uses E-Verify to check eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of identity.

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