Durham County Government
TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757, 40001757
Durham County Government, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Overview
TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757 Join to apply for the TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757, 40001757 role at Durham County Government. General Description
Provides coverage for the North Carolina Collection (NCC), the special collections unit of the Durham County Library. Work is performed independently under the supervision of the North Carolina Collection Manager. Provide relief and emergency coverage at all Durham County Library locations. Must be available for weekend rotations (Saturdays and Sundays) and for holiday coverage. This position is expected to work at least 20 hours per week. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends and have reliable transportation. Duties And Responsibilities
Holds shifts at the NCC Information Desk and provides research assistance to customers both in-person and remotely through email, phone, and chat. Works on collection-based projects. This can include archival processing of manuscript collections, cataloging work with the bibliographic collection, management of digital collections, and digitization of materials. Participates in promotional activities for the collection including creating digital and physical exhibits, holding instructional sessions with a wide variety of customers, and hosting library programs. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
General knowledge of professional library and archival principles, procedures, materials, and practices Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to understand and interpret library rules, policies and procedures Strong computer skills in a variety of tools, software, and platforms Commitment to excellence in customer service. Education And Experience
Requires a master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school. Preferred Qualifications
North Carolina local history knowledge preferred as well as experience in archives or special collections Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law. Job Details
Department: Library Date Posted: October 16, 2025 Closing Date: October 29, 2025 Hiring Range: $28.00 - $28.84 Position Number: 40001757; 40001757 Job Type: Part-Time, 10% FTE, Non-exempt Seniorities and Type
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TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757 Join to apply for the TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN - NC COLLECTION, 10% FTE - 40001757, 40001757 role at Durham County Government. General Description
Provides coverage for the North Carolina Collection (NCC), the special collections unit of the Durham County Library. Work is performed independently under the supervision of the North Carolina Collection Manager. Provide relief and emergency coverage at all Durham County Library locations. Must be available for weekend rotations (Saturdays and Sundays) and for holiday coverage. This position is expected to work at least 20 hours per week. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends and have reliable transportation. Duties And Responsibilities
Holds shifts at the NCC Information Desk and provides research assistance to customers both in-person and remotely through email, phone, and chat. Works on collection-based projects. This can include archival processing of manuscript collections, cataloging work with the bibliographic collection, management of digital collections, and digitization of materials. Participates in promotional activities for the collection including creating digital and physical exhibits, holding instructional sessions with a wide variety of customers, and hosting library programs. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
General knowledge of professional library and archival principles, procedures, materials, and practices Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to understand and interpret library rules, policies and procedures Strong computer skills in a variety of tools, software, and platforms Commitment to excellence in customer service. Education And Experience
Requires a master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school. Preferred Qualifications
North Carolina local history knowledge preferred as well as experience in archives or special collections Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law. Job Details
Department: Library Date Posted: October 16, 2025 Closing Date: October 29, 2025 Hiring Range: $28.00 - $28.84 Position Number: 40001757; 40001757 Job Type: Part-Time, 10% FTE, Non-exempt Seniorities and Type
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Temporary Job function: Other Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Durham County Government by 2x
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