Bookmobile and Outreach Services Manager

DATE ENTERED:
October 22, 2025
POSITION:
Bookmobile and Outreach Services Manager

LOCATION:

Charlottesville, VA
APPLY BY: 11/21/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Jefferson-Madison Regional Library is seeking candidates to be considered for the full‑time position of Bookmobile and Outreach Services Manager who are highly motivated and who support JMRL's Mission Statement to foster personal growth and life‑long learning for all by connecting people with ideas, information, and each other.

The preferred starting salary for this position is $24.35 hourly ($50,648.00 annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience and internal equity. This is a full‑time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer‑paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at .

This position performs responsible work managing the day‑to‑day operations of the Bookmobile Branch of the Jefferson‑Madison Regional Library (JMRL) system. Plans, coordinates, and expands Outreach Services. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Library Director.

To read more about the Bookmobile Branch and the Jefferson‑Madison Regional Library, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The JMRL retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Oversees the operation of the JMRL Bookmobile, which provides scheduled stops within the JMRL service area, including senior residential communities and day centers, preschools, high schools, community recreation centers, and stops at public parks and community special events.
• Works with Collection Development team to maintain a functional, dynamic collection, in good physical condition, of interesting and relevant materials for patrons in a wide age range.
• Directly supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned support staff. Hires, trains, and evaluates staff, coordinates, and monitors work activities, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Engages in outreach to community organizations and institutions to further the mission of Jefferson‑Madison Regional Library.
• Makes annual evaluation of scheduled Bookmobile stops.
• Attends monthly Branch and Department Heads meetings.
• Prepares regular reports to the Library Director and an annual report to the Jefferson‑Madison Regional Library’s Board of Trustees.
• Chairs JMRL’s Outreach Committee.
• Coordinates maintenance of the Bookmobile and is involved with selection of a new vehicle when necessary.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

OR

• Associate’s degree in a related field and 2 years of library experience.

OR

• High School diploma or GED and 4 years of library experience.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in library science
• Previous supervisory experience
• Previous library experience

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