What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian position at Wake County?
What You'll Be Doing
A unique opportunity for Librarians
seeking a part-time professional position!
WCPL is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Part-time Adult Services Librarian for the Athens Drive Community Library. In addition to providing direct public service, the Librarian delivers programs and services aimed at an adult audience. These Librarian-led programs and services focus on a variety of topics, scaled to match the part-time schedule.
Key Responsibilities Of An Adult Services Librarian
Schedule for this position:
Tues: 3:30-9 PM
Thur: 3:00-9 PM
Sat: 8:30 - 6 PM
Week 2
Sun: 1-5PM
Tues: 4-9 PM
Wed: 4-9 PM
Thur: 3-9 PM
Week 3
Mon: 4-9 PM
Tues: 4-9 PM
Wed: 4-9 PM
Thur: 3-8 PM
Summer Hours: TBD based on staff availability, can be flexible
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 approximately June 17th – August 12th, 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.
The person selected for this position must undergo a successful criminal background check and education verification, as well as submit fingerprints to the State Bureau of Investigation for a secondary criminal history record check.
About
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. 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
Required
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Location: Athens Drive Library Raleigh, NC 27606
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: 20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation
Hiring Range: 26.16-37.81
Market Range: 26.16 - 37.81
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/6/2026
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.
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.
A unique opportunity for Librarians
seeking a part-time professional position!
WCPL is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Part-time Adult Services Librarian for the Athens Drive Community Library. In addition to providing direct public service, the Librarian delivers programs and services aimed at an adult audience. These Librarian-led programs and services focus on a variety of topics, scaled to match the part-time schedule.
Key Responsibilities Of An Adult Services Librarian
- Work directly with the public on a service desk providing excellent customer service
- Collaborate with the Library Manager and peers to develop and present programs and services to meet the needs of the community
- Provide reference and readers’ advisory services
- Maintain and market areas of the adult collections
- Assist the public with basic technology and online searching
Schedule for this position:
Tues: 3:30-9 PM
Thur: 3:00-9 PM
Sat: 8:30 - 6 PM
Week 2
Sun: 1-5PM
Tues: 4-9 PM
Wed: 4-9 PM
Thur: 3-9 PM
Week 3
Mon: 4-9 PM
Tues: 4-9 PM
Wed: 4-9 PM
Thur: 3-8 PM
Summer Hours: TBD based on staff availability, can be flexible
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 approximately June 17th – August 12th, 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.
The person selected for this position must undergo a successful criminal background check and education verification, as well as submit fingerprints to the State Bureau of Investigation for a secondary criminal history record check.
About
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. 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
Required
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.
- Coursework in adult services
- One year of professional librarian experience
- Proficiency in a language other than English
- Excels at providing customer service
- Demonstrates ability to present to diverse audiences
- Possesses great technology skills
- Demonstrates strong communication and leadership
- Maintains a knowledge of library trends in Adult Services
- Builds and maintains positive and respectful relationships in a team environment
Location: Athens Drive Library Raleigh, NC 27606
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: 20 hrs. per week, combo days, evenings, and regular weekend rotation
Hiring Range: 26.16-37.81
Market Range: 26.16 - 37.81
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/6/2026
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.
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.