Library - Courier

Courier

Jefferson-Madison Regional Library is seeking candidates to be considered for a Courier position at the Central Library 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 $16.54 hourly ($34,403.20 annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-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.

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This position performs responsible work making consistent deliveries of general items to all agencies of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) and monitors the routine and preventative maintenance of delivery vehicles, under the general supervision of the Circulation Manager.

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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.

• Loads/unloads material onto courier truck, sorting and repacking materials as needed.
• Communicates effectively with library staff at all locations, ensuring all items to be taken out are collected daily. In addition to library materials, this frequently includes interdepartmental mail, equipment, supplies, money, checks, kits, and items for library programs (Legos, iPads, Chromebooks, etc.).
• Operates a vehicle in the performance of the job duties and exhibits safe driving practices (adhering to speed limits/other driving regulations).
• Promptly coordinates routine maintenance for the courier trucks. Communicates any vehicle issues to the Business Manager.
• Ensures that items being transported are safe from damage by protecting bins when inclement weather occurs.
• Stacks bins in a stable manner, taking every precaution to protect materials from damage during transport.
• Interacts with both JMRL staff and the general public in a courteous manner.
• Distributes incoming deliveries to the Central Library to appropriate departments.
• Requires a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.

• 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.

• High School diploma or GED.

OR

• Some experience as a delivery driver.

OR

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

• Prior experience as a delivery driver.
• Prior work or volunteer experience in a library environment or customer service experience.

• Valid Virginia driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and DMV Records check.

• Knowledge of safe vehicle operation, loading and unloading procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local driving laws.
• Knowledge of basic routine and preventative vehicle maintenance (e.g., tire pressure, oil changes) to maintain vehicle readiness.
• Familiarity with delivery processes, including package handling, tracking systems, and completion of delivery documentation. Ability to accurately record delivery details and customer interactions.
• Knowledge of best practices for safely lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Knowledge of Charlottesville, VA, and surrounding areas, including common delivery routes, traffic patterns, and local roadways to ensure efficient and timely deliveries.

• Basic: ability to understand the meaning of commonly used multi-syllable words and simple paragraphs. Comprehends simple written instructions, signs, and notices

• Basic: ability to write simple letters, paragraphs and…