Full - Time Library Assistant - Youth Services - Franklin

Position: Full Time Library Assistant in Youth Services Department Start Date: September 22, 2026 Starting salary: $10.96-$11.30 per hour; includes health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits The position is available October 12th. Status: FT, 40 hours per week. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Are you looking for a full-time job helping children and families? Do you like a treasure hunt, finding just the rightbook for a preschooler or student? Are you someone who enjoys reading stories and sharing other learningactivities with groups of children? You could be the right person for our Library Assistant position. This position isin the Macon County Public Library Youth Services Department. There's a lot of variety in this job. You'll answerinformational questions, help people locate what they're looking for, assist in preparing for and promoting libraryevents and activities, and shelve books and other library materials being returned. Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED. - One year of customerservice experience is required. - One year of library experience is recommended. - The successful candidate should becommitted to quality customer service with excellent communication skills. - Strong technology skills and the abilityto give attention to detail are a must. - A familiarity with current reading trends is needed. - Preference will be givento those with previous library experience and those who can work a flexible schedule. Responsibilities: - Performing public service duties needed to assist library patronsand library staff, - helps create and present programs, answers general questions and offers readers' advisory for patrons, and performs related work as apparent or assigned. - Work involves frequent public contact and is performed in accordance with Fontana Regional Library (FRL) policies, guidelines, and procedures. - Work is performed under the supervision of the Department Supervisor. HOW TO APPLY: - To apply, visit www.fontanalib.org/employment. - Applications will be accepted until position is filled. - Email the completed form to [email protected] or deliver in person to 149 Siler Farm Rd., Franklin, NC 28734. - For more information, please contactAbby Hardison, County Librarian,Macon County Public Library,149 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734;828-524-3600 OR email [email protected] Macon County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library,serving Macon, and Swain Counties