Library Assistant - Part Time

Library Assistant - Part Time Charlotte Mecklenburg Library "Follow your calling, Find your career" Please apply by 6/5/26 Pay rate: $20.00 per hour 19 hours per week - Schedules will include some nights and weekends

Location:

Davidson Library 119 South Main Street, Davidson, N.C., 28036 Position Summary The Part-time Library Assistant delivers a high level of quality library services ensuring the provision of value-added experiences for all customers and performs routine tasks in support of the library. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is one of America's leading urban public libraries, serving one of the country's great emerging metropolitan areas in North Carolina. Our library system serves a community of approximately one million citizens in the city of Charlotte and the towns of Matthews, Pineville, Mint Hill, Davidson, Cornelius, and Huntersville - all located in Mecklenburg County. Accessible and welcoming to all, our library celebrates the joy of reading, fosters learning and growth, connects people to each other and the world, and inspires individuals with what they can achieve. Through our 20 locations, online, and through targeted outreach, we deliver exceptional library services and programs with a mission to create a community of readers and empower individuals with free access to information and the universe of ideas. Essential Functions Promote the library's collection and services Perform circulation activities Provide service desk coverage Provide materials to appropriate bins for transfer Provides research assistance to customers Utilize integrated library systems software Assisting patrons at several service points Assisting patrons on various library policies, procedures, and processes Perform shelving and weeding duties

Minimum Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of one year of customer service experience including library or retail.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? Yes Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of integrated library systems software Bilingual Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Alpha-numeric sorting systems Various library systems Telephone etiquette Skills Technology adeptness Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent time management skills with attention to detail

Abilities Adaptability:

Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures

Communication:

Clearly conveying information to individuals or groups

Collaboration:

Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships

Technical/professional Knowledge and Skills:

Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise

Work Standards:

Setting high standards of performance for self; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence Computer Skills Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite Work Environment Works in an office setting with moderate noise Selection This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergencies and/or disaster situations. Partners Centralina Council of Governments Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools MEDIC Sheriff's Office State of North Carolina Cities & Towns Charlotte Cornelius Davidson Huntersville Mint Hill Matthews Pineville Services ADA Compliance Service Requests Pay Taxes Water Bills Property Information Voting & Elections More... Connect Community Relations Public Records Requests Mecklenburg County Blog Notify Me Departments A-Z ©2026 Mecklenburg County Government | Privacy Policy and Legal Notices | Employee Access | Human Resources