Part-Time Library Assistant - Various Locations
Wake County GovernmentWhat You'll Be Doing
Wake County Public Libraries is looking for part-time
Library Assistants for four 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
Athens Drive Community Library*
1420 Athens Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
Schedule:
Week 1:
Sun: 12:30-5
Tues: 2:30-8
Wed: 2:30-9
Friday: 2:30-6
Week 2:
Tues: 2:30-8
Wed: 3:30-8:00
Thur: 2:30-9
Friday: 2:30-6
Middle Creek Community Library*
111 Middle Creek Community Library
Apex, NC 27539
Schedule:
Monday & Friday 9-2pm
Tuesday & Wednesday 4-9pm
Every 3rd weekend - Saturday 8:30-6pm & Sunday 12-5pm
Richard B. Harrison Community Library*
1313 New Bern Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27610
Schedule:
20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation
Regional Libraries
West Regional Library*
4000 Louis Stephens Drive
Cary, NC 27519
Schedule:
20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation
*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: West Regional Library Cary, NC 27519
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 12/18/2025
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.