Library Specialist I

Posting Details

Working Title
Library Specialist I

Position Number
HR2274

Department
LIBRARY PUBLIC SERVICES

Location
Norfolk, VA

Type of Position
Hourly

Type of Job
Hourly/Wage

EEO Category
F Administrative Support (Clerical & Sales)

Job Description
To provide user assistance, student supervision, operational support, and facilities oversight in the Learning Commons @ Perry Library during evening, overnight, and weekend service hours. Position works evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Some knowledge of effective supervisory techniques
• Considerable knowledge of effective customer service techniques
• Basic knowledge of effective research techniques
• Considerable oral and written communication skills
• Considerable organizational and record keeping skills
• Basic critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Basic computer applications skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to take initiative and work well independently
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to learn and develop new skills

Special licenses, registration or certification
N/A

Education or training
N/A

Level and type of experience

• Considerable experience in providing quality customer service in a public setting
• Some supervisory experience

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

• Basic library research experience
• Equivalent combination of education and related experience

Conditions of Employment

Hourly (wage) employees are restricted to working 29 hours per week on average or 1500 hours in total in the May 1 – April 30 period. This position does not have health insurance, retirement or leave.

Position works evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary range between $ - 15.49 hr - $17.14 hr

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number
S03291

Job Open To
General Public

Open Date
05/11/2026

Close Date
05/22/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary
Please provide names and contact information for three professional references, preferably current and former supervisors

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/library

Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.