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Employment Opportunities

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Current openings:

Fontana Regional Library - Director

Headquarters

  • Starting Salary: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00

DATE:  February 20, 2026
TITLE:  Director
LIBRARY:  Fontana Regional Library
CITY:  Bryson City, North Carolina

 

Library Director for 3 County System in Western North Carolina:

 

The Fontana Regional Library System (FRL) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. The FRL serves Macon, Jackson, and Swain Counties in Western North Carolina serving a total population of approximately 97,281 residents across the three counties. The FRL serves a total of six libraries with an annual budget of just over $4.25 million.

 

Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Library operations to efficiently and effectively serve the public. We are seeking a candidate with strong communication skills, supervisory experience, budget preparation, and administrative abilities, including applying for state and other grants. The Library Director supervises support staff including a Financial Officer, IT and County Librarians.

 

Library Director must have a North Carolina public librarian certificate or be eligible to obtain certification. Eligibility requires a graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program or from a regionally accredited program of higher education in North Carolina.

 

It is possible that Jackson County, with two libraries, may leave the FRL on June 30, 2026. The FRL Director would continue to serve Swain and Macon counties, under the same terms of employment.

 

The Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina are known for stunning views, waterfalls, hiking, kayaking, great biodiversity in old growth forests, and friendly small towns. Western Carolina University and Southwestern Community College offer educational opportunities and a stimulating college environment.

 

Salary range $65,000 - $90,000, with generous benefits.

 

Qualified people should submit an application, resume, cover letter and three references to:

Lisa Kim Fisher (lfisher@fontanalib.org).

Go to www.fontanalib.org/employment to access the application.

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Lisa Kim Fisher, FRL Finance Officer
Fontana Regional Library
33 Fryemont St.
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-2382 opt. 7 or (ext. 1003)
lfisher@fontanalib.org
 

Headquarters is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Friday, February 20, 2026 - 12:30pm

Finance Specialist

Headquarters

  • Start Date: February 6th, 2026
  • Starting Salary: $20.00 per hour

DATE:  February 6, 2026
TITLE:  Finance Specialist
LIBRARY:  Fontana Regional Library
CITY:  Bryson City, North Carolina

 

The Fontana Regional Library (FRL) is a public library system serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties, located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.   

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Fontana Regional Library is seeking a full-time Finance Specialist.  An employee in this position performs accounting duties, processing invoices, deposits, and payroll, monitoring and reconciling accounts, and related work as apparent or assigned.  This employee acts as the document retention specialist for the library system.  Work is accomplished in accordance with Fontana Regional Library policies, guidelines, and procedures.  Work is performed under the supervision of the Finance Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working this position.  Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

  • Create and track purchase orders.
  • Prepare and process invoices and bills, and write checks.
  • Payroll duties include enrollment of new employees, maintenance of employee records, processing of direct deposit, payroll taxes, and other electronic transfers. 
  • Records management includes organizing and storing financial and personnel data in accordance with library policies and regulations, and federal and state laws.
  • Assists with the annual audit. 
  • Maintaining confidentiality and privacy of protected records is expected for this position.
  • The successful candidate should have a commitment to quality customer service with excellent communication skills. 

QUALIFICATIONS: required for the Finance Specialist include an Associate’s Degree in Business or Accounting, or equivalent experience. Preference will be given to those with three years of experience in bookkeeping or financial record keeping.  The successful candidate should have a commitment to quality customer service with excellent communication skills. 

SALARY RANGE: The Finance Specialist is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. Starting salary is $20.00 per hour accompanied by a generous benefits package. 

Applicants should complete and submit the Fontana Regional Library application located at fontanalib.org/employment.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  For more information please contact:

 

For more information and application procedure please contact:

Lisa Kim Fisher, Finance Officer
Fontana Regional Library
33 Fryemont Street,
Bryson City, NC 28713

lfisher@fontanalib.org
Telephone: 828-488-2382.
 

 

Headquarters is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Friday, February 6, 2026 - 10:15am

Library Assistant I

Hudson Library

  • Start Date: October 13, 2025
  • Starting Salary: $10.96 - $11.30 per hour

The Hudson Library in Highlands, NC 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 activities and events for children and 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 1 participates in the planning and delivery of library activities and events for children, including activities in the community, 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 20 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 13th.

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

Hudson Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
Posted: Monday, October 6, 2025 - 7:00pm

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.