What You'll Be Doing
Wake County Public Libraries is looking for a dedicated full-time
Library Assistant who loves working with the public!
Full-time Library Assistants in a community library balance their time working on busy service desks with providing operational and programming support. Library Assistants provide reference, readers’ advisory and basic technology assistance to members, and support youth programming under the direction of a Librarian.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the public on a service desk providing excellent customer service, including checking books out, issuing new library cards, and providing assistance with patron informational and reading needs
- Provide operational assistance to maintain the efficient running of the library, which may include assisting with the coordination of Library Page schedules and work
- Assist in the delivery of library programs for youth under the direction of a Librarian
- Assist the public with basic technology and online searching
- Create attractive book displays
Location:
Oberlin Regional Library
1930 Clark Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27605
Schedule:
Monday 9:10 am-6:10 pm
Tuesday 9:10 am-6:10 pm
Wednesday 9:10 am-6:10 pm
Thursday 12:10pm -9:10 pm
Friday 9:10 am-6:10 pm
Every 3rd Weekend:
Saturday 9:10 am-6:10 pm
Sunday 8:10am -5:10pm (option to work 12:10pm-5:10pm)
Apply today to start an amazing career in public service!
https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions
***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
- Bookstore experience
- Experience working with children
- Experience presenting storytime for children
- Some experience working in a supervisory or team lead capacity
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
- Enjoys working with people and excels at providing customer service
- Has a strong interest in working with children and families
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Is 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; has good working knowledge of reading trends and popular titles for youth and has the ability to recommend titles and authors
About This Position
Location: Oberlin Regional Library Raleigh, NC 27605
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: 40 hrs per week, including a regular evening shift and 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 5/6/2026