Library Assistant (Part-Time)

Ncarca; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax County is seeking a library assistant who will provide support to patrons with computers and job applications. In this role, you will assist with checking materials in and out and managing special projects while ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably previous public library experience. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Previous public library experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with computers and job applications.
• Check materials in and out, shelve books, and handle special projects.
• Troubleshoot office machines and travel between library locations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school graduation

Job description

Job Opportunities

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The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program encourages individuals to enter and continue working full-time in public service jobs. If you have student loans and are employed full-time with Halifax County, you may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on your William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans after making 120 qualifying payments while employed full-time by certain public service employers.

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Sheriff's Department Disqualifier

The person in this position assists patrons with computers using various programs including emails, job applications, and MS Office Suite. Responsibilities also include checking materials in and out, shelving, and handling special projects and tasks as assigned. The individual must be able to troubleshoot office machines such as copiers, fax machines, and printers. Travel between library locations (Scotland Neck, Enfield, Halifax, Littleton, and Weldon) is required.

Requirements: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation. Previous public library experience with excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude is preferred. Other requirements include possession of a valid driver’s license in North Carolina.

Application Requirements:

Complete an official Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and submit college transcripts for full evaluation. Applications and materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date; postmarks are not accepted. All application sections related to your background must be fully completed. Resumes or other documents cannot replace the application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial submission; official transcripts will be required if hired. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to employment.

Compensation:

The salary for this position is $15.00 per hour. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 30 hours per week, with occasional Saturdays.

Closing Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Apply To:
Halifax County Human Resources Department
26 North King Street (next to the Historic Courthouse)
Post Office Box 646
Halifax, North Carolina 27839-0646
Telephone: [phone]

Halifax County is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test is required, with results received prior to the first day of employment. We employ only U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to work in the U.S., in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.