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Library Instruction & Outreach Specialist
Posting Summary
Working Title
Library Instruction & Outreach Specialist
Role Title
Library Specialist II
Role Code
29052-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
29100019
Agency
Blue Ridge Community College
Division
Blue Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location
Augusta - 015
Hiring Range
$45,000 - $60,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Yes
Work Schedule
Weekday hours
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the miracle of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission‑driven workplace. By joining BRCC, you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed to transform themselves, our community, and the world. If you are passionate about education and inspired by meaningful work, BRCC offers a place where your talents and values can thrive.
BRCC is seeking a full-time Library Instruction and Outreach Specialist. Full-time classified positions come with generous leave and holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (to include dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability), retirement with the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, and access to the college’s Recreation Center.
Candidates selected for interview will be required to facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.
Job duties for this position include:
- Provide discipline-specific tutoring, library orientation sessions, and introductory research instruction to support college initiatives, including the Career Academy, Lab School, and other enrollment management initiatives
- Collaborate with Student Services to design and implement student retention initiatives in conjunction with BRCC Strategic Enrollment Management plan
- Assist Coordinator of Library Services and Tutoring with maintaining the college archives
- Develop, assess, and teach information literacy sessions for face-to-face and online instruction in collaboration with the Coordinator of Library Services and Tutoring
- Design and deliver workshops, orientations, and instructional materials across departments at the college, including the Tutoring Center
- Assist library users through traditional and electronic reference and circulation services at the service desk, by individual research appointments, and via live online chat
- Create and maintain library guides for the library website, including research guides and online tutorials
- Collaborate with Coordinator of Library Services and Tutoring in design, development, and maintenance of Houff Library and the Tutoring Center’s web presence
- Collaborate with Coordinator of Library Services and Tutoring to evaluate and utilize electronic product and services for use and implementation in Houff Library
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Cultural competency and ability to address the needs of a diverse college community
- Skilled in use of computers to input data, produce reports, and troubleshoot basic technology issues
- Strong customer service experience
- Knowledge, experience or training related to Library operations
- Ability to effectively facilitate orientation and instructional sessions
Additional Considerations
- Experience working in a library
- Prior teaching, training, or related experience
- Experience using hybrid, HyFlex, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online modalities
- Experience using LibApps, including LibGuides
- Experience using Alma integrated library system
- Experience with a community college population
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others cross-departmentally and develop positive working relationships with students, colleagues, faculty staff, the general public and educational institutions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Marketing/promotional experience
- Fluency in a foreign language in addition to English
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4382P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/30/2026
Job Close Date
04/13/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Title IX Coordinator: Beth Styers
1 College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Office #S106G
540-453-2252
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
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
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, 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 employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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