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Harnett County, NC

Librarian-Bookmobile

Lillington, NC · On-site

Library Opening Date: 07/23/2026 Closing Date: 8/20/2026 5:00 PM Eastern POSITION SUMMARY This position provides professional librarian services through the Bookmobile at Boone Trail Headquarters ...

Harnett County

Librarian-Bookmobile

Lillington, NC · On-site

$54K - $89K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY This position provides professional librarian services through the Bookmobile at Boone Trail Headquarters, including planning and delivering library programs, coordinating outreach ...

NCSU

Data Science Librarian

Raleigh, NC

The Libraries supports flexible work arrangements based on departmental and operational needs. This position will require frequent onsite work. Exempt position. Job Location Raleigh, NC Department ...

Orange County, NC

Temporary Library Assistant I*

NC · On-site

$20.02/hr

Library Services Opening Date: 08/06/2026 Closing Date: Continuous General Description Orange ... This position requires evening and weekend availability. *SBI background check with fingerprinting ...

St. David's School

Library Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

The role of the Library Assistant is to support and assist the Head of Library Services in creating a welcoming environment that encourages students and faculty to experience the joy of reading ...

St. David's School

Library Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

The role of the Library Assistant is to support and assist the Head of Library Services in creating a welcoming environment that encourages students and faculty to experience the joy of reading ...

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How much do weekend librarian jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend librarian in Raleigh, NC is $60,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,100.00 and $70,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend librarian?

Weekend librarians are professional library staff who work primarily during weekends to assist patrons with finding resources, managing book loans, and providing reference services. They ensure that library operations run smoothly during weekend hours, which are often popular times for community members to visit. Weekend librarians may also organize events, help with technology needs, and maintain a welcoming environment for all visitors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Librarian, you need a background in library science (often with an MLS or MLIS degree), strong organizational skills, and experience with information management. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), cataloging tools, and digital resource platforms is typically required. Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities help build rapport with patrons and support a positive library environment. These skills ensure efficient operations, accessible resources, and a welcoming atmosphere during weekend hours when independent decision-making is often needed.

What are some unique challenges and rewards of working as a weekend librarian compared to weekday shifts?

As a Weekend Librarian, you may encounter a higher volume of visitors and more diverse patron needs, since weekends often attract families, students, and community members who are unavailable during the week. This can make the environment busier and require strong multitasking and customer service skills. On the upside, weekend shifts often foster a more collaborative atmosphere among staff, as teams are typically smaller and communication is key. Additionally, weekend librarians often have more opportunities to lead special events or workshops, contributing directly to community engagement.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Librarian job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,320 per year, or $29 per hour.

Librarian-Bookmobile

Harnett County, NC

Lillington, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Lillington, NC
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: LIB 2451
Department: Library
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides professional librarian services through the Bookmobile at Boone Trail Headquarters, including planning and delivering library programs, coordinating outreach initiatives and special events, developing and maintaining community partnerships, creating and managing the Bookmobile route schedule, supervising and training staff and volunteers, managing the selection, and maintenance of library materials and supplies, maintaining program records, and evaluating library collection resources.
Hiring Range: $54,217.00
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
  • Drive the Winnebago 425S Bookmobile in a rural setting.
  • Develops and maintains the Bookmobile route schedule using effective time management.
  • Loads, unloads, organizes, and maintains books, materials, and equipment for daily operations.
  • Provides reference services to patrons in person and by phone; uses a variety of materials and sources to answer questions; locates materials at location or through the interlibrary loan program; and assists patrons with Internet usage to answer questions
  • Directs and supervises Bookmobile operations, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluating assigned staff.
  • Plans, coordinates, and delivers library programs, special events, seasonal activities, outreach initiatives, and the Summer Reading Program for children, teens, and adults.
  • Maintains data pertaining to programs such as attendance; prepares related reports.
  • Uses social media, the Library's web page, and local media outlets in cooperation with the Community Engagement team to promote services and events.
  • Cultivates community partnerships; conducts outreach activities.
  • Develops collection in area of assignment including investigating and selecting books and other media for purchase; organizes and maintains the bookmobile collection
  • Ensures the Bookmobile, facilities, grounds, and equipment are maintained in a safe and operational condition and complies with departmental policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
  • Repairs worn and damaged materials; weeds out obsolete or damaged materials.
  • Develops and administers the Bookmobile budget; monitors expenditures and purchases library materials and supplies within approved budget parameters.
  • Creates and maintains standard operating procedures, records, statistics, and reports, including program attendance and activity data.
  • Collaborates with Harnett County Library leadership to develop the overall vision, goals and objectives of the library, integrating the ideas of the public, staff, and Harnett County Library Board.
  • Evening and Saturday shifts required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
  • Master's degree in library science from an ALA Accredited graduate school.
  • North Carolina Public Library Certification within one year of employment
  • One (1) years of bookmobile experience preferred,
  • One (1) year supervisory experience preferred
  • Or equivalent education and/or experience;
  • Has or is willing to obtain a Notary Public Certification within one year
  • Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of books, materials, and resources in area of assignment.
  • Knowledge of electronic information systems, including the Internet.
  • Knowledge of the operational practices of a public library and practices of library science in area of assignment.
  • Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
  • Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to plan and coordinate successful programs and services relating to assigned collection of materials.
  • Ability to assess and assist patrons of all ages and demographic groups.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, officials, and the general public.
  • Ability to utilize interlibrary system to acquire materials requested by patrons.
  • Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to perform physical work and occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This work also involves the physical abilities of grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, discriminating among sounds, kneeling, lifting, having manual dexterity, using mental acuity, pushing, reaching, performing repetitive motion, speaking, and expressing ideas by the spoken word. An incumbent must also possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, to operate a computer, to work with color or depth perception, for extensive reading, for visual inspection of books and materials at distances close to the eyes, and for use of measurement devices.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee works in an outdoor and library environment
Harnett County takes pride in offering an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, membership in the North Carolina Local Government retirement, free health clinic for employees and anyone in their household and other benefits. To see more information about the benefits offered by Harnett County, click
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