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Employment Opportunities

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

Library Assistant I (Circulation Services)

Jackson County Public Library

  • Starting Salary: $11.50 per hour

Jackson County Public Library seeks a 20 hour per week Library Assistant I for the circulation department.  Applicant must possess basic computer skills, enjoy working with the public, and be willing to work a flexible schedule. Evening and weekend hours are required. Responsibilities include checking materials in and out, creating, updating, and maintaining library user records, collecting fines and fees, assisting library patrons, and any other duties that may arise in daily library operations. Customer service experience and high school diploma or GED is mandatory. Preference will be given to those with previous library experience. Salary is $11.50 per hour.

Applicants should complete the Fontana Regional Library application located at https://fontanalib.org/employment. Applications should be emailed to Tracy Fitzmaurice (tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org) and will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Tracy Fitzmaurice, Jackson County Librarian
Jackson County Public Library
310 Keener Street
Sylva, NC 28779
(828) 586-2016
tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org

Jackson County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 5:45pm

Library Assistant I (Youth Services)

Jackson County Public Library

  • Start Date: 11/15/2024
  • Starting Salary: $11.50 per hour

The Jackson County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, customer-oriented individual to work part-time in the Youth Services department as a Library Assistant I. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, plan and present creative programming for children of all ages, have a strong commitment to customer service, and good interpersonal and communication skills. One year’s customer service experience is required as is a High School Diploma or GED. The 20 hour per week position may include nights and weekends. Preference is given to those with previous library experience. Salary starts at $11.50 per hour. 

Applicants should complete the Fontana Regional Library application located at https://fontanalib.org/employment. Applications should be emailed to Tracy Fitzmaurice (tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org) and will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Tracy Fitzmaurice, Jackson County Librarian
Jackson County Public Library
310 Keener Street
Sylva, NC 28779
(828) 586-2016
tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org

Jackson County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 5:45pm

Department Supervisor (Youth Services)

Jackson County Public Library

  • Start Date: 12/02/2024
  • Starting Salary: $29,000.00 - $31,000.00 a year

The Jackson County Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative, and energetic candidate to fill the position of Youth Services Supervisor.  Jackson County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, a public library system with six member libraries in Jackson, Macon and Swain counties.  The ideal candidate for the Youth Services Supervisor will be a team player who can provide library services to meet the needs of the public. 

QUALIFICATIONS: required for the Youth Services Supervisor include an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Two years’ library experience and two years’ customer service experience are required.  At least one year’s supervisory experience is strongly preferred.  The successful candidate should have a commitment to quality customer service with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  A thorough knowledge of current reading trends and interests of young people and their caregivers is needed.  Proficiency in using a variety of technology is required.  Strong leadership and coaching skills are a must.

DUTIES: Responsibilities include supervising and training youth services staff, overseeing and participating in daily operations at the Youth Services Desk, assisting patrons in the use of library services, facilities, and equipment, and interpreting library policies for patrons.  The Supervisor is responsible for the planning, delivery, and promotion of storytimes, programs, activities, and displays.  This position is responsible for developing and managing youth library collections to maximize access and use.  The Supervisor works cooperatively with staff throughout the Fontana Regional Library system to plan, implement, and evaluate long and short-term goals and objectives.

SALARY: Salary range is $29,000-$31,000 annually accompanied by a generous benefits package.

APPLY BY: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a completed application found at fontanalib.org/employment to Tracy Fitzmaurice, tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Contact Tracy Fitzmaurice, Director, at tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org or call 828-586-2016.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Tracy Fitzmaurice, Jackson County Librarian
Jackson County Public Library
310 Keener Street
Sylva, NC 28779
(828) 586-2016
tfitzmaurice@fontanalib.org

Jackson County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 5:30pm

Library Assistant I

Nantahala Community Library

  • Start Date: November 25, 2024
  • Starting Salary: $10.00 - $10.58 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 $10.32 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 November 25th. 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.

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, November 19, 2024 - 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.