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Library Assistant - Part Time - Multiple Locations

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Wake County Government

Apex, NC (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 11 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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What You'll Be Doing Wake County Public Libraries is looking for part-time Library Assistants for two 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:
Community Library:
Wake Forest Community Library
  • 400 E.
Holding Ave. Wake Forest, NC 27587
Schedule:
Monday 12:00
  • 9:00
  • Tuesday Off Wednesday 12:00
  • 4:00 Thursday 12:00
  • 4:00 Friday 2:00
  • 6:00
  • Saturday 2:00
  • 6:00 Sunday 12:00
  • 4:00 or 1:00
  • 5:00 Every other rotation (2) Off Wed/Fri for Sat and Sun Regional Libraries Eva Perry Regional Library 2100 Shepherd's Vineyard Drive Apex, NC 27502
Schedule:
Monday and Tuesday nights, Wednesday afternoon, and 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, and maintains a professional, respectful demeanor Is detail-oriented, flexible, self-motivated, and adapts well to change Has great technology skills (ex.
Internet searching, MS Office (Word, Excel), and learns new technologies quickly Possesses a good working knowledge of reading trends for adults and youth, and has the ability to recommend books
About This Position Location:
Eva Perry Library Apex, NC 27502
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 6/5/2026