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Description

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the positions are filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Employees will be required to serve other branch locations as needed.

Work hours vary up to 20 hours per week: Thursdays 4pm-8pm; rotating Fridays and Saturdays; and two additional weekday shifts of either 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm.

Hiring range for this position is $16.22 - $19.38 per hour. Pay grade 10.

This is a Part‑time position working in the local history and genealogy room of the Concord, NC, Library.

Essential Functions / Typical Tasks

• Provides general library services at the circulation desk; registers patrons; checks in and out books and other materials; empties book drop.
• Assists patrons with locating and selecting library materials; assists patrons with placing holds on materials.
• Prepares and presents programs for children and their families, teens, and/or adults; publicizes those programs.
• Creates and maintains bibliographies for reader's advisory. Creates displays.
• Provides reference and reader's advisory services and services to the homebound.
• Shelves library materials; shelves reads and straightens shelves.
• Conducts scheduled library tours.
• Assists library patrons with the use of library computers and related technology and equipment.
• Troubleshoots minor computer and related peripheral issues.
• Tracks and reports relevant statistics.
• Assists in the material deselecting process.
• Recommends materials for purchase.
• Handles financial transactions according to County policy.
• Participates in outreach, marketing, and off‑site services.
• Obtains books and materials from other libraries via inter‑library loan.
• Participates in the coordination of volunteers.
• Opens and closes the library as assigned.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods, and techniques; general knowledge of and interest in books, including reader interest levels; general knowledge of the library circulation functions; general knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; skill in the use of library equipment, materials, computers, and related technology and resources; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates.

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements

Graduation from an accredited community college with major coursework in education, history, literature, or a related field. Some work experience involving public contact. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Special Requirements

May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina. Position may be a safety‑sensitive position as defined by the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.

Physical Requirements

Medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions. Vocal communication is required. Hearing and visual acuity are required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation, or political influence.