What You'll Be Doing

Are you a library professional looking for part-time hours and are passionate about serving the children in your community?

Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL) is seeking a creative, enthusiastic and service-driven Youth Services Librarian with a passion for early childhood development to work Part-Time (20 hours per week) for the Athens Drive Community Library. In this role you will work in the library with a team of Librarians and Library Assistants dedicated to offering quality service and dynamic programming to the community. Beyond developing and delivering storytimes, Librarians provide reference, readers' advisory and circulation assistance. Librarians are offered the opportunity to collaborate with managers and peers; and participate in system initiatives, though on a more limited basis due to the part-time schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, promote and present multiple weekly programs for children and families
• Work directly with the public on a service desk providing reference and readers' advisory
• Take a lead with Library Assistants assigned to assist in the delivery of programs

The weekly schedule for this position is 20 hours per week, mainly nights and a weekend rotation. Schedule may vary during summer hours.

Athens Drive Community Library is centrally located in Raleigh within Athens Drive High School, 1420 Athens Dr., Raleigh, NC 27606.

The library operates on a limited schedule during the school year, Mon-Thu 4:00-9:00 pm, Fri 4:00-6:00, Sat 9:00-6:00 and Sun 1:00-5:00. From June 16th to August 13th, the library will be open Mon-Thu 9:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 9:00-6:00, and Sun 1:00-5:00. The Athens Drive Community Library was part of the 2024 Library Bond and will be replaced with a new building in the next seven years.

About Our Team

Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL), a division of Community Services, has the distinction of being one of the largest and busiest library systems in NC. The system operates eight regional libraries, thirteen community libraries, two specialty libraries and a bookmobile. It circulates over ten million books a year and welcomes two to three million visitors annually. The Libraries embrace the county core values and strive to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. WCPL is proud of its excellent customer service and award-winning programs. It creates experiences that engage people of all ages and backgrounds in Wake County. For more information about WCPL programs, services, and positions, please visit: www.wake.gov/libraries https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Master's degree in Librarianship or related field: MLS, MLIS, MIS, ML from an ALA accredited program or NC program
• No specific experience required
• Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Coursework in youth services
• One year of professional librarian experience

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Enjoys working with people and excels at providing customer service
• Is skilled at presenting programs to children
• Is energetic, innovative, motivated, detail-oriented, and flexible
• Has great technology skills
• Has excellent communication skills
• Demonstrates leadership on a local and system level
• Maintains a knowledge of library trends in Youth Services
• Has the ability to build and maintain positive and productive relationships in team environment/ul>
  
  

About This Position

Location: Athens Drive Library Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: 20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation

Hiring Range: 23.57 - 37.00

Market Range: 23.57 - 37.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/13/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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