What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian position at Wake County?
What You'll Be Doing
WCPL is hiring two Temporary* Librarians, for its Collection Development Services Division to work
in Materials Management.
These positions play a critical behind-the-scenes role in ensuring that library users encounter timely, accurate and well-maintained collections.
The Materials Management Librarians contribute directly to reducing wait times, improving discoverability and balancing the library’s collection across all branches. These Librarians support the efficient lifecycle of library collections by coordinating selection support, receiving, cataloging workflows and distribution. This role ensures that materials move accurately and quickly to the shelf, while maintaining high standards for data integrity and system-wide consistency.
Working collaboratively with Collection Development and branch staff, these Librarians help maintain a responsive, well-balanced collection that meets community demand.
Key Responsibilities
Materials Processing & Workflow Coordination:
18 Hours / Week, Mon-Fri (no evening or weekend hours)
Library Administration Building
4020 Carya Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27610
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: Library Administration Building, Room 5 Knightdale, NC 27545
Employment Type: Temporary
Work Schedule: 18 Hours per Week, Mon-Fri (no evening or weekend hours)
Hiring Range: $26.16-$31.99
Market Range: 26.16 - 37.81
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 4/22/2026
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.
WCPL is hiring two Temporary* Librarians, for its Collection Development Services Division to work
in Materials Management.
These positions play a critical behind-the-scenes role in ensuring that library users encounter timely, accurate and well-maintained collections.
The Materials Management Librarians contribute directly to reducing wait times, improving discoverability and balancing the library’s collection across all branches. These Librarians support the efficient lifecycle of library collections by coordinating selection support, receiving, cataloging workflows and distribution. This role ensures that materials move accurately and quickly to the shelf, while maintaining high standards for data integrity and system-wide consistency.
Working collaboratively with Collection Development and branch staff, these Librarians help maintain a responsive, well-balanced collection that meets community demand.
Key Responsibilities
Materials Processing & Workflow Coordination:
- Generate lists to support movement of books across the library system
- Help manage and distribute items from our central inventory (BookHub)
- Maintain data to inform shelving capacity and distribution
- Perform copy cataloging and limited original cataloging as needed
- Maintain accuracy and consistency in bibliographic and item records
- Support authority control and metadata standards
- Assist with system-wide inventory projects, shifting and collection moves
- Support deselection and replacement workflows using established criteria
- Analyze collection usage data to identify gaps or overstock
- Coordinate routing and distribution of materials to branch locations
- Support high-volume movement of materials between locations
- Ensure timely delivery of high-demand items
- Serve as a communications point between Collection Development and branch staff
- Respond to inquiries regarding orders, processing and item status
- Provide clear, timely communication regarding workflow changes or issues
18 Hours / Week, Mon-Fri (no evening or weekend hours)
Library Administration Building
4020 Carya Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27610
- Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits or paid time off.
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.
- Experience working with MARC records and metadata standards
- Experience with Excel or data analysis tools
- Experience working with integrated library systems (ILS) and library workflows
- Detail-Oriented Thinking: Possesses strong attention to detail and organizational skills in order to maintain accuracy across high-volume workflows
- Systems Awareness: Understands how decisions impact the full materials lifecycle
- Adaptability: Manages multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment in order to adjust successfully to shifting priorities and evolving workflows
- Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and roles
- Problem-Solving: Identifies issues and implements practical solutions
Location: Library Administration Building, Room 5 Knightdale, NC 27545
Employment Type: Temporary
Work Schedule: 18 Hours per Week, Mon-Fri (no evening or weekend hours)
Hiring Range: $26.16-$31.99
Market Range: 26.16 - 37.81
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 4/22/2026
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.
Salary : $26 - $32