Library Substitutes

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on October 27, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on October 27, 2026.

Job Title:

Library Substitutes Department:
Library External Hiring Range: $15.00 - Posted Internally and Externally Library substitutes can work up to 19 hours a week and are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per month regularly.  If you enjoy working in different places and discovering what position you may love when working in a library, this position is for you. Library substitutes are the only position in the system that allows you to work at any branch location throughout Buncombe County Library System.

** Purpose of the position:
** The purpose of this position is to be responsible for assuming the duties of library personnel upon absence, performing a variety of specialized clerical and technical tasks in support of library operations.  
** Typical

Work Schedule:

*** This is a temporary part time position.  Hours are not to exceed 19 hours in any given week.
* Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and County attendance policies and procedures.
* Regular, predictable attendance is essential;
Must be available to work at all branches in the system during regular hours, including both evening hours and weekends.  
** Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire):
** High school diploma or GED; some library experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education, experience.  Must be 16 years of age or older.  
** Essential Functions of the position:
*** Assist in maintaining the availability of library materials by shelving books and other materials, reading the shelves, and organizing materials into their proper sequence.
* Assist patrons at the circulation desk using the Evergreen circulation system.
* Assist with questions and/or problems regarding books and resources and maintaining library materials and records.
* Search specialized bibliographic databases.
* Assisting patrons with public computers and providing limited reference and reader assistance in a branch or children’s library.
* Interpret the needs of patrons and either provide help, or seek help from a permanent employee or superior.
* Tact and courtesy are required in all dealings with library patrons.
* Perform other duties as assigned  
** Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
*** Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the general public.
* Knowledge of library routine and procedures.
* Skill in data entry into a computer and operating general office equipment.
* Comfortable with many forms of computer technology and a broad knowledge of popular reading.
* Ability to use standard library methods and principles in circulation and reference services.
* Ability to follow established procedures and to perform detail-oriented work.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and library personnel.