Durham County is hiring: TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757

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Department

Library

Date Posted

October 16, 2025

Closing Date

October 29, 2025

Hiring Range

$28.00 - $28.84

Position Number

40001757; 40001757

Job Type

Part‑Time, 10% FTE, Non‑exempt

​This is a shared, part‑time, temporary position (10% FTE) and will not exceed 11 months.

​No benefits are associated with this position.

​Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the position.

General Description

Provides coverage for the North Carolina Collection (NCC), the special collections unit of the Durham County Library.

Work is performed independently under the supervision of the North Carolina Collection Manager. Provide relief and emergency coverage at all Durham County Library locations.

Must be available for weekend rotations (Saturdays and Sundays) and for holiday coverage. This position is expected to work at least 20 hours per week.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends and have reliable transportation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Holds shifts at the NCC Information Desk and provides research assistance to customers both in‑person and remotely through email, phone, and chat.


• Works on collection‑based projects. This can include archival processing of manuscript collections, cataloging work with the bibliographic collection, management of digital collections, and digitization of materials.


• Participates in promotional activities for the collection including creating digital and physical exhibits, holding instructional sessions with a wide variety of customers, and hosting library programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of professional library and archival principles, procedures, materials, and practices


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons


• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing


• Ability to understand and interpret library rules, policies and procedures


• Strong computer skills in a variety of tools, software, and platforms


• Commitment to excellence in customer service.

Education and Experience Requirement

Requires a master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school.

Preferred Qualifications

North Carolina local history knowledge preferred as well as experience in archives or special collections

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment‑related and/or SBI fingerprint‑based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.