Assistant County Librarian
Jackson County Public Library
- Start Date: Upon Hire
- Starting Salary: $21.50 per hour
- Employment Type: Full-time
The Fontana Regional Library system is seeking a professional librarian to perform administrative and supervisory work assisting the County Librarian in providing the programing and operations of the county library network. Jackson County is located in the beautiful mountains of southwestern North Carolina in close proximity to many natural resources including Smoky Mountains National Park. The county is also home to Western Carolina University and Southwestern Community College.
The Assistant County Librarian will assist in the management, supervision, and administration of the libraries within the county. The Assistant County Librarian may be asked to review and recommend training and staff development for staff and volunteers, help ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes, as well as participate in the development of the county library budget. The Assistant County Librarian assumes the duties of the County Librarian in his or her absence. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
The Assistant County Librarian is required to have a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school. Three years of public library experience and three years of customer service experience are required. Two years of supervisory experience is required. A North Carolina Public Librarian Certificate is preferred, and a driver’s license is required.
Job skills that are necessary are a thorough knowledge of public library principles and practices as well as knowledge of library circulation, catalog, and Dewey Decimal Classification systems. Knowledge of employee supervisory techniques and practices is desired and knowledge and proficiency in using library equipment and technology.
At this time Jackson County plans to leave the FRL system at the end of June 2026. This position, once filled, will be under the FRL until June 30, 2026. After that date the position will be funded by Jackson County.
For a full list of job duties, qualifications, education and experience and physical and environmental conditions, please go to the Fontana Regional Library website and view job descriptions.
Individuals interested in applying for this position should submit and application located at fontanalib.org/employment. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Jackson County Public Library is a member of Fontana Regional Library, serving Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.
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.