Full-Time Library Assistant – Western Carteret Branch

Carteret-County-Government; Beaufort (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

Paid dental & life insurance

Retirement and 401(k) plans

Paid sick, vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Carteret County Government is seeking a Library Assistant for the Western Carteret Library Branch. The role involves helping patrons locate resources, planning library programming, and assisting with materials management.

Strong customer service skills are essential, with duties including phone and email inquiries and basic technology assistance. The position is full-time with benefits, and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends, plus potential travel between branches for trainings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Less than one year of customer service experience in a library or bookstore setting is acceptable.
• Pre-employment screenings including criminal background check, fingerprint, drug test, motor vehicle report and education screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons in locating resources and materials, including electronic resources.
• Plan and assist in library programming and activities.
• Provide basic assistance with computers and other library equipment.
• Shelve materials and maintain orderly shelves.
• Handle phone and email inquiries and refer to appropriate staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Public service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Email & office software

Job description

Carteret County Government is seeking a Library Assistant for the Western Carteret Library Branch. The role involves helping patrons locate resources, planning library programming, and assisting with materials management.

Strong customer service skills are essential, with duties including phone and email inquiries and basic technology assistance. The position is full-time with benefits, and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends, plus potential travel between branches for trainings.