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Gaston County Government is hiring: Library Assistant in Gastonia

Gaston County Government
Gastonia, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2025

The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Main Library in Gastonia and branches : Belmont, Builders & Creators @ Bessemer City, Cherryville, Dallas, Ferguson Branch (Erwin Center), Mt. Holly, Stanley, TECH@Lowell, and Union Road.

The Gaston County Public Library delivers services via three program areas :

Administrative & Technical Services

Acquires, catalogs, processes, and distributes library materials for / to all Gaston County library service outlets. Staff provides technical support for the library’s automation system and advisory and resource assistance to public service staff. Administration manages the Library budget, personnel, and day-to-day library business operations, determines system-wide library service direction, and establishes service policies and procedures.

Main Library Services

Provides direct assistance to the public in-house, by telephone, FAX, e-mail, and the Library’s website via two service points : Adult Services (Circulation and Reference) and Children's Services. Responsibilities include registering borrowers, processing loans and returns, answering reference and information requests, planning and conducting library activity programs, and assisting in-house users with library materials and equipment.

Branch Library Services

Facilitates the delivery of library materials and services to citizens throughout the County. Staff provide direct assistance to library users : registering borrowers, processing loans and returns, answering reference and information requests, planning and conducting library activity programs, and assisting in-house users with library materials and equipment.

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered essential for an employee to perform :

  • Provides excellent customer service in order to create an environment that leads to positive user experiences and that is welcoming and inclusive to all.
  • Provides patron assistance in all aspects of library use including readers’ advisory, material check out, library card registration, and information assistance.
  • Handles monies as needed for fees and other services.
  • Assists patrons in bridging the digital divide by providing help with job searching, Internet searching, online database use, and accessing the Library’s electronic collection.
  • Provides technical assistance and instructs patrons in the use of Makerspace tools, technology, and software.
  • Plans and implements in-house and outreach library programs and activities for all age groups.
  • Makes recommendations for the purchase of library materials; weeds collection as needed.
  • Promotes branch and system services in-house and in the community via exhibits & displays.
  • Assists other locations as needed. Assumes responsibility for branch facility and services in supervisors’ absence.

Requires a high school diploma or a GED equivalency AND at least two years of experience in a service-related environment, preferably in a library setting. Candidates must be experienced in the use of Microsoft Office applications, social media, and database resources.

Must be able to work a flexible work schedule from 10 : 00 AM-6 : 00 PM Monday through Friday, which may also include one night per week until 8 : 00 PM, and between 10 : 00 AM-2 : 00 PM on alternate Saturdays.

  • Must have the physical ability to lift books and other materials and stand for long periods of time.
  • Must possess the ability to receive instructions and communicate with the public.
  • Must be committed to working with diverse populations and creating a welcoming environment.
  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to work independently.
  • Strong computer skills required.
  • The applicant selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

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