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Employment Opportunities

The
PDF icon Fontana Regional Library Employment Application (1.32 MB)
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Current openings:

Branch Librarian

Hudson Library

  • Start Date: Immediately
  • Starting Salary: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00 a year

The Hudson Library is seeking an energetic and collaborative candidate to fill the position of its Branch Librarian. Hudson Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library and a branch of the Macon County Public Library. The ideal candidate should be creative, flexible, and enthusiastic.

Qualifications: Masters’ degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution with a minimum of two years’ experience working in libraries. One year supervisory experience and two years’ customer service experience are required. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work with a variety of electronic and media applications. Salary range is $42,000 - $45,000 annually accompanied by a generous benefits package.

Responsibilities: supervise and direct branch library staff, oversee daily branch operations, work to assure effective communication within the community, with the county librarian, and in the regional library system to achieve local and system-wide goals. The branch librarian develops and maintains the branch collection to ensure the library meets the needs of the community it serves; participates in public service activities including circulation and reference services; plans and organizes library programs and activities for all ages; assesses user activities, programs, services, and goals; and works closely with Hudson Library Board for the growth and development of the library. A complete job description is available upon request.

Applicants must complete and submit the Fontana Regional Library application and email it along with a resume to ahardison@fontanalib.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional information please contact Abby Hardison at 828-524-3600.

Fontana Regional Library is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Abby Hardison, County Librarian
Macon County Public Library
149 Siler Farm Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 524-3600
ahardison@fontanalib.org

Hudson Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - 3:30pm

Library Assistant I

Nantahala Community Library

  • Start Date: October 2, 2025
  • Starting Salary: $10.00 - $11.30 per hour

The Nantahala Community Library is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic candidate to fill the part-time position of Library Assistant I. The ideal candidate for the Library Assistant I will be a team player who can provide library services to meet the needs of the public. If you thrive in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining a friendly and helpful attitude, this may be the job for you.

Qualifications required for the Library Assistant I include a High School Diploma or GED. One year of customer service experience is required. One year of library experience is recommended. The successful candidate should have a commitment to quality customer service with excellent communication skills. Strong technology skills and the ability to give attention to detail are a must. A familiarity with current reading trends is needed. Preference will be given to those with previous library experience and those who can work a flexible schedule.

An applicant for this position must enjoy working with the public and be able to work independently and exercise initiative. Responsibilities for the Library Assistant I include checking materials in and out, creating, updating, and maintaining library user records, and collecting fines and fees. The Library Assistant I assists patrons in locating materials and using the library catalog, assists with readers’ advisory service, shelves library materials and keeps shelves in order. The Library Assistant I assists with library programs and activities, and provides reference services and facilitates patron usage of library computers, printers and Wi-Fi. This position also works cooperatively with staff throughout Fontana Regional Library to plan implement, and evaluate long and short-term goals and objectives.

The Library Assistant I is a part-time position of 25 hours per week with weekend work required. Starting salary is $10.96 per hour accompanied by paid leave and retirement benefits. Major medical health insurance benefits are not applicable to part-time employees, but you will be entitled to Revive Health benefits. FRL provides a limited health benefit plan to all regular and probationary employees which includes virtual medical and mental health care and discounted lab and pharmacy options. The position is available October 2nd. 

Applicants must complete and submit the Fontana Regional Library application and email it to ahardison@fontanalib.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Abby Hardison, County Librarian
Macon County Public Library
149 Siler Farm Rd.
Franklin, NC 28734
(828)524-3600
ahardison@fontanalib.org

Nantahala Community Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 - 10:00am

Fontana Regional Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law. While the Library is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment.