Library Assistant Jobs in Wilson, NC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $49,574.00 - $73,263.00 Annually
Location : Wilson, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-21
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 07/31/2025
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Dean of Teaching and Learning, performs managerial functions in directing and carrying out library operations to provide educational, informational, and cultural reading and multimedia opportunities for staff, students, faculty, and local citizens.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage coverage of the circulation desk, including helping library users locate library materials, reference services, and other library services.
• Provide support to students in analyzing and understanding assignments and projects.
• Provide individual assistance in locating information using library resources. Assistance may be provided in person, via phone, email, or remotely through Teams.
• Conduct library orientation tours to familiarize users with library services and facilities.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop, recommend, and facilitate new, innovative library instruction and services.
• Manage collection development by reviewing, evaluating, and recommending new materials as well as evaluating and weeding materials for discard.
• Catalog library materials in all formats to assure maximum accessibility and usefulness.
• Participate in the creation and updating of library policies and procedures; communicate and interpret library policy as delegated by the Dean.
• Participate in the planning process for library programs and services.
• Maintain records and statistics and submit reports as required.
• Teach library instruction in multiple formats.
• Provide information literacy, research, and collection development assistance as requested.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on library web-based platforms, including the library website.
• Manage the local configuration and functionality for the integrated library system (ILS), subscription databases, hosted proxy, and other electronic tools.
• Coordinate the acquisition, licensing, configuration, and renewal of electronic library resources.
• Investigate, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies improving and/or expanding discoverability, access, and services to library resources.
• Assist in the procurement of library resources and managing the library budget and account expenditures.
• Perform personnel functions for library staff, including training and resolving personnel issues.
• Staff the circulation desk, complete inventories, shelve materials, and perform shelf-reads when needed.
• May supervise student workers and volunteers.

Related Responsibilities:

• Participate in institutional committees and meetings as needed.
• Develop, strengthen, and advance collaborative partnerships with businesses, industries, community stakeholders, and professional organizations to ensure that resources and services are up-to-date, pertinent, and aligned with the community's evolving needs.
• Participate in campus activities and promote library services to faculty, staff, students, and the community.
• Participate in the College's recruitment efforts by reviewing and providing recommendations for program publications, the College's website, social media, marketing materials, and other community relations activities.
• Represent the library on college, regional, and state committees.
• Maintain a high level of professional skills and abilities through participation in professional organizations, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with inventory management of library equipment and assume responsibility for labs and other facilities designated primarily for the assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean, Vice President for Academic Affairs, or President.

College-wide Expectations
WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners.

• Communicates clearly and frequently in writing and speaking to ensure consistency of purpose and vision.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the college community.
• Understands and supports the college's mission, vision, and values.
• Remains current on emerging higher education and division-relevant issues.
• Fosters a work environment characterized by transparency, trust, and professionalism.
• Retains a focus on the student experience, specifically, ensuring instructional rigor, fostering students' sense of belonging, and developing their soft skills.

Education and Experience:
Master's Degree in Library Science (required)
Five - Seven years of experience in an academic library (preferred)
Three - Five years of experience in a supervisory capacity (preferred)
Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered.
Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.
Why Join Wilson Community College?
At Wilson Community College, we believe in the power of community, education, and excellence. You'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, state benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
LONGEVITY
Longevity is a yearly lump-sum payment you receive after working 10 years:
Years of Service Longevity Rate
Less than 10 0% of Salary
10 but less than 15 1.5% of Salary
15 but less than 20 2.25% of Salary
20 but less than 25 3.25% of Salary
25 or More 4.5% of Salary
ANNUAL LEAVE
Years of Service Hours Earned Mo
Less than 5 9.33 Hours
5 but less than 10 11.33 Hours
10 but less than 15 13.33 Hours
15 but less than 20 15.33 Hours
20 or more years 17.33 Hours
You can carry up to 240 hours over every year. The rollover occurs in June of each year.
SICK LEAVE
You earn 12 days per year (8 hours per month). This leave can accumulate indefinitely. When you retire, available sick hours will convert to creditable service with the Retirement System.
HOLIDAYS
New Years
M.L. King, Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veteran's Day (may be taken at Winter Break)
Thanksgiving (2 days)
Winter Break
The sum of all paid holidays will not exceed 12 days. Employees may be required to take paid leave or leave without pay for days other than the 12 specified holidays.
HEALTH INSURANCE
You may join the State Health Plan. There is an employee contribution to the State Health Plan; however, the State pays a portion of the monthly premium as well. Dependents may also be covered. You may elect 70/30 coverage or 80/20 coverage. Upon retirement, coverage may continue; however, it depends on the conditions under which you retire. It should be noted that insurance premiums are expensive, and rates/coverage may change annually. Open enrollment allows for changes to be made to your health coverage, and it is usually conducted in October each year.
RETIREMENT
Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS)
Six percent of your gross salary as pre-taxed dollars goes into your retirement account monthly. A death benefit of one time's your annual salary (minimum $25,000 and maximum $50,000) is provided to you once you have been in the system for one year. Once you have completed five years in the system, you are considered to be vested.
Unreduced Retirement Benefits are available as follow:
Age 65 with 5 years of service
Age 60 with 25 years of service
Any age with 30 years of service
Disability Income Plan:
Is provided through TSERS. The plan provides short-term benefits after one year in the system. After a sixty-day waiting period, the plan pays 50% of
your salary and longevity up to $3,000 per month for one year.
It also provides long-term benefits after you are vested (5 years in the system). The plans pays 65% of your salary and longevity, up to $3900 per month until the disability ends. Long-term benefits include health coverage and the death benefit. Payments will be reduced if you are receiving social security disability benefits or workers compensation benefits.
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Upon an accidental injury on the job, you will be covered by Workers Compensation. You should notify your supervisor and Human Resources immediately when an accident or injury on the job occurs.
OPTIONAL BENEFITS
401(K), 457
529 College Tuition Plan
NC Flex Benefits
Colonial Life
FREE TUITON
Full-time college employees may enroll in one curriculum or continuing education course per semester at the College without tuition or registration fee charges.
PERSONAL OBSERVANCE DAY
Eligible employees may receive 8 hours of paid leave on a single day of personal significance each calendar year. May include days of cultural and/or religious importance, but it is not limited to those. It may be any day that is significant to the eligible employee.
FOUNDATION YMCA OF WILSON
Full-time Wilson Community College employees are eligible for a corporate discount with the Foundation YMCA of Wilson.
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A Master's Degree in Library Science is required for this position. Do you have a Masters Degree in Library Science?

• Yes
• No

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