Library Assistant - Hatteras (Part Time)

Salary: $15.50 Hourly
Location : Library, Hatteras Community Building, 56658 NC Highway 12, Hatteras, NC
Job Type: Part-time without benefits
Job Number: 2026-00853
Department: Libraries
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
About the Position


This is a part-time position. Performs intermediate administrative support work at the circulation desk, preparing materials for circulation, providing assistance to library patrons, maintaining records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Library Branch Manager II & III.



Job Duties

• Assists patrons with circulation services including processing on-site book check-out and returns, recommendations for authors and books, answering reference questions, and issuing new library cards.
• Assists patrons with technology on library computers, copiers and prints,; on library and patron devices, and with digital literacy needs including databases and apps.
• Manages patron hold requests, sorts and shelves books, and checks exterior book drops.
• Maintains the library and circulation desk for neatness, order and cleanliness.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Position Qualifications


General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques; general knowledge of the library circulation functions; general knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques; general knowledge of and interest in books including reader interest levels; skill in the use of library equipment, materials and resources; ability to operate standard office and computer equipment and perform basic word processing and data entry; ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates.



Education, Experience and Supplemental Information


Associates/Technical degree with coursework in library science, or related field and moderate experience working in a library, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement

Dare 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 based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you consideration for employment. Dare County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.