Part Time - Youth Library Assistant

Town of Clayton; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement pension plan

401K

Paid Vacation

Sick and Holiday Leave

State Health Plan

Job summary

Town of Clayton is seeking a part-time Library Assistant - Youth Services at the Library Department in Clayton, NC. Salary is set at SG 100 with an hourly pay rate of $15.50, and duties include helping patrons, teaching use of online resources, and assisting with youth programs.

Ideal candidates will have strong customer service, clerical experience, and knowledge of library procedures. Minimum is a high school diploma or GED, with clerical/public service experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Great customer services skills; greet and direct patrons; help patrons feel welcomed.
• Knowledge of library procedures, materials, and practices.
• Working knowledge of circulation, reader's advisory, and library databases.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and patrons.

Responsibilities

• Checks books, CDs, and video equipment in and out; assists patrons with materials and tech use.
• Assists patrons with book selection, research, and needs.
• Assists patrons with technology use and troubleshooting.
• Enrolls new patrons, issues cards, takes fines and fees, updates patron database.
• Closes out cash register; counts and records cash.
• Enacts library policies and procedures.
• Instructs patrons in use of online catalog, databases, and eBook/audiobook platforms.
• Directs patrons to library resources and answers questions.
• Locates and inputs information into computer; uses Internet for quick reference questions.
• Answers telephone and provides general library information.
• Monitors patrons for policy adherence.
• May assist in preparing and presenting programs for children, teens, or adults.
• May be staff member in charge of presenting programs.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

Customer service

Patron instruction

Technology assistance

Cash handling

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Library catalog systems

Online databases

eBooks / audiobooks platforms

Job description

Description

This is a repost, all previous referred candidates do not need to reapply and are still under consideration.

This is a repost, all previous referred candidates do not need to reapply and are still under consideration.

As a continuous job post applications will be processed as they are received.

• Salary Grade SG 100 * * Recruitment Hourly Pay Rate: $15.50 *
• Work Location is Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library, Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Part Time Library Assistant - Youth Services for the Library Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Checks books, CDs, and video equipment in and out; instructs users how to use online materials; empties book drops; provides readers' advisory services to patrons; helps patrons locate different types of books; shelves books; assists patrons in the location of materials for research or reference.
• Assists patrons with book selection, research, and other needs.
• Assists patrons with the use of technology, including computers, downloading books, and other technological processes; troubleshoots technology equipment, including hardware, software, peripherals, and various other media.
• Enrolls new patrons, issues cards, takes fines and fees, and updates patron database.
• Closes out cash register at end of selected shifts; counts and records cash on hand.
• Enacts library policies and procedures.
• Assists and instructs patrons in the use of the online catalog, online databases, and eBook and audiobook platforms. Directs patrons to various parts of the library and answers questions about library programs.
• Locates, updates, and inputs information into computer. Uses Internet for quick reference questions.
• Answers telephone and provides general library information; transfers calls and takes messages.
• Monitors patrons for adherence to library policies.
• May assist in the preparation and presentation of children's, teen, or adult programs.
• May be the staff member in charge of preparing and presenting programs for children, teens, and/or adults.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Special Requirements, Education & Experience

Great customer services skills, including but not limited to: ability to greet and direct patrons, ability to be friendly and clear over the phone, desire to help patrons find information, and willingness to go the extra mile to help patrons feels welcomed to the library.

• Knowledge of library procedures, methods, materials, and practices. Working knowledge of books and authors.
• Considerable knowledge of computers, audio-visual equipment, and other technology used in the library.
• Working knowledge of circulation, reader's advisory, and basic library procedures. Working knowledge of basic math, English, and computer databases.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, and patrons.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Considerable clerical experience including some experience working with the public and/or some experience working in a library; experience working with children and parents.

OR

Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.

Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.