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Library Assistant jobs are open across public libraries, academic institutions, school districts, and special libraries, from entry-level circulation and cataloging roles to senior and supervisory positions, with specializations in children's services, reference, and archives. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 492571
- Raleigh, NC, North Carolina, United States
- Staff Full-time
Notice: If you are seeing this position posted on a job board other than the official Meredith College career posting page, please know that any pay range included is not authorized or approved by Meredith College and may not reflect the actual pay rate for the position.
Performs a variety of administrative and staff support duties for the office, which requires a range of skills and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures. Provide support for the Department Chair and faculty of the Business Department and the Library.
- Serves as a liaison with other departments and operating units in the resolution of administrative and operational problems.
- Answers telephones and assists visitors.
- May prepare, transcribe, compose, type, edit, and distribute agendas and/or minutes of meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates meetings, events, interviews, travel arrangements, appointments and other activities for supervisors.
- Prepares or assists with the preparation of scheduled and/or ad hoc statistical and narrative reports; performs basic information gathering and analysis and/or forecasting, as specifically directed.
- Prepares adjunct (part-time) faculty contracts in conjunction with the Department Chair.
- Manages monthly ledgers, budgets, credit card statement processing, and financial reporting system reports; maintains and monitors department operating and endowment budgets; assists with the preparation of the department operating budget and quarterly reports; monitors the department credit card usage and processes monthly statements.
- Prepares and maintain all requisitions and payment vouchers through the College’s procurement system.
- Assists the Department Chair with curricular matters, including the preparation of the academic schedule and annual reports.
- Supports instructional activities, including duplication and organization of course materials, ordering of textbooks and instructional materials, monitoring instructional technology and ordering supplies and equipment as needed.
- Establishes, maintains, and updates files, databases, records, websites, social media pages and/or other documents; social media sites include the department’s MyMeredith page, but may include external sites, as well.
- Sorts, screens, reviews, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail; composes, prepares, or ensures timely responses to a variety of routine written inquiries.
- Requisitions supplies, printing, maintenance, and other services.
- Recruits, supervises and trains student workers.
- Provides back-up support for other administrative / departmental assistants within the school or across campus, as needed.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
EITHER
- High school diploma and a minimum of three years experience in a similar position. Experience in educational setting is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have good problem-solving skills.
- Must be familiar with minute-taking techniques.
- Must have the ability to supervise student workers.
- Must have excellent organizational skills as well as attention to detail.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
- Must have experience with Datatel or ability to learn operational skills.
- Must have web editing knowledge or ability to learn web editing.
- Must have social media management skills or ability to learn.
- Must be able to keep information confidential as needed.
- Interacts with faculty, staff, students, and external contracts.
- General office setting with moderate noise level.
- May occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- 492571
- Raleigh, NC, North Carolina, United States
- Staff Full-time
Notice: If you are seeing this position posted on a job board other than the official Meredith College career posting page, please know that any pay range included is not authorized or approved by Meredith College and may not reflect the actual pay rate for the position.
Performs a variety of administrative and staff support duties for the office, which requires a range of skills and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures. Provide support for the Department Chair and faculty of the Business Department and the Library.
- Serves as a liaison with other departments and operating units in the resolution of administrative and operational problems.
- Answers telephones and assists visitors.
- May prepare, transcribe, compose, type, edit, and distribute agendas and/or minutes of meetings.
- Schedules and coordinates meetings, events, interviews, travel arrangements, appointments and other activities for supervisors.
- Prepares or assists with the preparation of scheduled and/or ad hoc statistical and narrative reports; performs basic information gathering and analysis and/or forecasting, as specifically directed.
- Prepares adjunct (part-time) faculty contracts in conjunction with the Department Chair.
- Manages monthly ledgers, budgets, credit card statement processing, and financial reporting system reports; maintains and monitors department operating and endowment budgets; assists with the preparation of the department operating budget and quarterly reports; monitors the department credit card usage and processes monthly statements.
- Prepares and maintain all requisitions and payment vouchers through the College’s procurement system.
- Assists the Department Chair with curricular matters, including the preparation of the academic schedule and annual reports.
- Supports instructional activities, including duplication and organization of course materials, ordering of textbooks and instructional materials, monitoring instructional technology and ordering supplies and equipment as needed.
- Establishes, maintains, and updates files, databases, records, websites, social media pages and/or other documents; social media sites include the department’s MyMeredith page, but may include external sites, as well.
- Sorts, screens, reviews, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail; composes, prepares, or ensures timely responses to a variety of routine written inquiries.
- Requisitions supplies, printing, maintenance, and other services.
- Recruits, supervises and trains student workers.
- Provides back-up support for other administrative / departmental assistants within the school or across campus, as needed.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
EITHER
- High school diploma and a minimum of three years experience in a similar position. Experience in educational setting is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have good problem-solving skills.
- Must be familiar with minute-taking techniques.
- Must have the ability to supervise student workers.
- Must have excellent organizational skills as well as attention to detail.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
- Must have experience with Datatel or ability to learn operational skills.
- Must have web editing knowledge or ability to learn web editing.
- Must have social media management skills or ability to learn.
- Must be able to keep information confidential as needed.
- Interacts with faculty, staff, students, and external contracts.
- General office setting with moderate noise level.
- May occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in library assistant jobs.
- High school diploma or equivalent with some college coursework preferred
- Experience using an integrated library system such as Sierra, Koha, or Symphony
- Strong customer service skills and experience assisting members of the public
- Ability to catalog, shelve, and maintain physical and digital collections accurately
- Familiarity with Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classification systems
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and rotating shifts as required
Tips for Your Library Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to library systems
Highlight direct experience with integrated library systems like Sierra, Symphony, or Koha on your resume. Hiring managers scan for these tools immediately, and a generic list of computer skills won't stand out in an applicant pool of library-trained candidates.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists library assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by library type
Public, academic, school, and special library positions each favor different skills. Filter your search by institution type, then customize your application to reflect that setting's priorities, whether that's patron programming, faculty support, or technical cataloging.
Get your MLIS-adjacent credentials ready
Many employers expect paraprofessional credentials like a Library Technical Assistant certificate or proof of coursework in library science. Have these documents ready to upload before you start applying, since postings often close within days.
Prepare scenario answers about difficult patrons
Interviewers for public and school library roles almost always ask how you handle conflict with patrons or students. Practice specific examples that demonstrate de-escalation and policy enforcement, since vague answers consistently hurt candidates at this stage.
Follow up after the interview with specifics
Send a brief thank-you note within 24 hours that references one topic from your interview, such as a programming initiative or cataloging challenge the team mentioned. Generic follow-ups rarely move the needle, but a specific reference signals genuine interest.
Library Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most library assistants?
University of Oklahoma, Oral Roberts University, and City of Roswell are hiring the most library assistants right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Oklahoma, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. County library systems and large university networks tend to post multiple openings at once when budget cycles renew.
How many library assistant jobs are remote?
About 25% of library assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in digital services, virtual reference, and cataloging roles rather than circulation or in-person programming. The majority of positions still require on-site presence due to patron-facing and collection management responsibilities.
How do you become a library assistant?
Start by earning at least a high school diploma, then complete coursework or a certificate program in library technology or information services at a community college. Build hands-on experience through volunteering at a public or school library, then apply to entry-level circulation or shelving roles to establish a work history. Familiarity with integrated library systems will accelerate your path to full library assistant positions.
Can you get hired as a library assistant with little or no experience?
Yes, many public and school libraries hire candidates with no formal library experience by prioritizing customer service background, attention to detail, and reliability. Volunteering at a local branch first gives you a concrete reference and familiarity with daily workflows. Entry-level page or shelver roles are common stepping stones that often convert to library assistant positions with full duties.
What does the library assistant interview process look like?
Most library assistant interviews involve one or two rounds, beginning with a phone or video screen conducted by HR or a branch manager. An in-person interview follows with scenario-based questions about patron interactions, collection maintenance, and scheduling flexibility. Some public library systems include a brief skills demonstration, such as locating a title in the catalog or processing a returned item, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to library assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to library assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your location, library type, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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