Part Time Library Assistant - Various Locations

What You'll Be Doing

Wake County Public Libraries is looking for part-time 
Library Assistants for three of our library locations! 

Do you love working with the public and want a great work environment? Apply today to join the Wake County Public Library team as a part-time Library Assistant. Work in your community to give great customer service and share your love of books, reading, and literacy. 
 
What do Library Assistants do? 

• Work on a public service desk to answer questions, check books out, and issue library cards
• Help patrons with informational and reading needs 
• Assist Library Manager with library operational duties 
• Assist Librarians with program set-up and/or program delivery 
• Assist with making creative book displays 
  

Current opportunities are at the following locations (you will be given an opportunity to express location preferences during the application process): 
 
Community Libraries 
 
Green Road Community Library* 
4101 Green Road 
Raleigh, NC 27604 

Schedule: 

Week 1: 
Wednesday: 5:05-9:05 (4) 
Thursday: 5:05-9:05 (4) 
Friday: 8:00-12:00 (4) 
Saturday: 9:00-6:00 (8) 
Week 2: 
Sunday: 12:05-5:05 
Wednesday: 4:05-9:05 (5) 
Thursday: 4:05-9:05 (5) 
Friday: 8:00-1:00 (5) 

Leesville Community Library* 
5105 Country Trail 
Raleigh, NC 27613 
Schedule: 
Week 1: 

Monday 12-5 
Tuesday 12-5 
Thursday 4-9 
Saturday 1-6 

Week 2: 

Sunday 12-5 
Monday 12-5 
Thursday 4-9 
Friday 1-6 

Evenings and weekends are required. 


Regional Libraries 

North Regional Library 
7009 Harps Mill Road 
Raleigh, NC 27615 

Schedule: 

Weeks 1 & 3: 
Sunday- 12:05-5:05 PM 
Monday- 9 AM-2 PM 
Tuesday- 4:05-9:05 PM 
Thursday- 4:05-9:05 PM 

Weeks 2 & 4: 
Monday- 9 AM-1 PM 
Tuesday- 5:05-9:05 PM 
Thursday- 5:05-9:05 PM 
Saturday- 8 AM-5 PM or 9:05 AM-6:05 PM 

*Works every other weekend 


*Please note that Library Assistants hired into these positions must have a strong interest and willingness to learn children's programming 

*Part-time Library Assistants generally work a combination of morning, afternoon, and evening hours with a regular Saturday and Sunday rotation (may vary by location) 
https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions 

*The person selected for this position must undergo a successful criminal background check and education verification, as well as submit fingerprints to the State Bureau of Investigation for a secondary criminal history record check. 

About Our Team

Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL), a division of Community Services, has the distinction of being one of the largest and busiest library systems in NC. The system operates eight regional libraries, thirteen community libraries, two specialty libraries, and a bookmobile. It circulates over ten million books a year and welcomes two to three million visitors annually. WCPL is proud of its excellent customer service and award-winning programs. It creates experiences that engage people of all ages and backgrounds in Wake County. For more information about WCPL programs, services, and positions, please visit: www.wake.gov/libraries https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Associate's degree
• No specific experience required
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Public Library experience working on a service desk
• Customer Service or Bookstore experience
• Experience working directly with children, for some locations
• For some locations, Spanish-language skills desired

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Enjoys working with people and excels at providing customer service
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Is energetic, motivated, and takes initiative
• Is detail-oriented, flexible, and adaptable to change
• Has great technology skills (ex. Internet, MS Office (Word, Excel), Google Docs) and learns new technologies quickly
• Loves books and reading; good working knowledge of reading trends and popular titles for adults and youth and has the ability to recommend titles and authors

About This Position

Location: North Regional Library Raleigh, NC 27615

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: 20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation

Hiring Range: 24.72 - 29.36

Market Range: 24.72 - 29.36

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/10/2025