Digital Resources Assistant (Part-time)

Salary:

$12.77 Hourly
Location :

City of Colonial Heights, VA
Job Type:

Part-time/Seasonal
Job Number:

34-26
Department:

Library
Opening Date:

07/02/2026
Closing Date:

7/16/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Description
All applications received during the recruitment period will be forwarded to the
hiring department for review and consideration
after the Thursday, July 16, 2026 closing date.

Digital Resources Assistant (Part-time):

Manages the library's hardware and digital resources including discovery and implementation; works 15-28 hours per week.
Examples of Duties

Addresses inquiries and technical issues from the public in reference to the library's full range of electronic resources including apps, mobile devices, Wi-Fi configurations, eBook, eMagazine and eReference collections, Facebook, and the library's website.
Performs traditional library duties including but not limited to:

Recommending book purchases.
Assisting with children's and special programing.
Working at the circulation desk.
Recommending and locating titles for patrons.
Sorting and shelving library materials.

Addresses public and professional inquiries.
Performs other duties as required.
Receives incoming visitors and provides excellent customer service.
Ensures internal and external phone calls are answered courteously and professionally.
Maintains and updates files and other record keeping systems.
Education & Experience

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (afternoons, evenings and Saturdays).
Experience using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook).
Must possess strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, supervisors and employees.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Physical Demands & Work Environment

The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough or difficult surfaces; recurring stooping, climbing or walking; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 25 pounds and may require occasional lifting of objects weighing in excess of 25 pounds. The work may require specific, but common physical characteristics and abilities such as mobility and dexterity.

The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions. Use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals are minimally required.
Part-time employee benefits include:

Bi-weekly Payday

Workers' Compensation

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

01

Which best describes your level of experience using digital devices and computers?

No Experience
Limited Experience
Proficient Experience
Advanced Experience

02

Which best describes your level of experience using a computer, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)?

No Experience
Limited Experience
Proficient Experience
Advanced Experience

03

Which best describes your level of experience maintaining/updating social media and websites?

No Experience
Limited Experience
Proficient Experience
Advanced Experience

04

Are you at least 16 years of age?

Yes
No

05

You understand that this position works a rotation schedule and you must be available to work afternoons, evenings and Saturdays?

Yes
No

06

I understand the rate of pay for the Digital Resources Assistant (part-time) position is $12.77 per hour?

Yes
No

Required Question