Library Program Specialist- Youth Services- Dunn Branch

Library Program Specialist- Youth Services- Dunn Branch

Salary

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Location

Lillington, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

LIB 2501

Department

Library

Division

Dunn Branch

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/5/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION SUMMARY:

An employee in this position performs Library circulation tasks and provides information services to the public through modern library techniques and technology for the Dunn Public Library. Work involves: demonstrating excellent customer service skills while assisting patrons with technology, working at the circulation desk; searching for information, programming, and performing other Library service needs. The employee is required to work evening and weekend shifts as needed.

Hiring Range: $40,459.00

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Works directly with the public.
• Contributes to the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive range of youth services programs, including early literacy storytimes, STEAM activities, teen and school-age programs, summer reading programs, and cultural events.
• Assists patrons in person and by phone.
• Greets and assists patrons with library-related services.
• Provides reference and readers' advisory services.
• Provides support to library patrons in online searches, using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and accessing other electronic resources.
• Assists with the Library's print management system.
• Retrieves items from the outside book drop.
• Organizes Library materials and returns items to the appropriate locations.
• Works with various office equipment including fax machine, copier, and computer.
• Researches related genres for suggested reading.
• Performs circulation duties; registers new patrons; checks items in and out; collects lost item and damage fees; reserves Library materials for patrons; searches the catalogue; and manages patron accounts.
• Photocopies and faxes information.
• Sanitizes and tidies areas that patrons frequent.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Assists in promoting library services, programs, and resources through creative displays, marketing, and social media.
• Assists in cultivating community partnerships and coordinating outreach and community engagement opportunities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of computers and the Internet.
• Knowledge of basic library filing systems.
• Skill in delivering customer service.
• Ability to assist the public with computers.
• Ability to plan and implement creative programming for children and teens.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to work independently, taking initiative to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to achieve goals without direct supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Experience in a library or a customer service setting and children' programming preferred
• Possession of a valid North Carolina drivers license.
• Willing to obtain Notary Public within 1 year of hire

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to perform light work frequently exerting up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; and occasionally requiring to exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects. This work also involves the physical abilities of crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, discriminating among sounds, kneeling, lifting, having manual dexterity, using mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word, and walking. An incumbent must also possess the visual acuity to analyze data, work with color or depth perception, determine accuracy, and works with computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee works in a library environment. Job duties require working an assigned schedule which could be a combination of mornings, afternoons, and evening work as well as weekends in addition to working at various locations such as the main branch in Lillington and other branch libraries.

Harnett County takes pride in offering an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, membership in the North Carolina Local Government retirement, free health clinic for employees and anyone in their household and other benefits. To see more information about the benefits offered by Harnett County, click here.

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Please verify that your application includes the following information:

• Complete education history (including High School)
• Employment history including correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisors name and reason for leaving each employer.
• A minimum of 3 professional references

Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.

Responses to the supplemental questions are verified against the education and work experience provided in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application to determine your qualifications for this position.

I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02

From the list below, please indicate the major coursework of your highest degree.

• Library and Information Technology
• Library Science
• Other Related Field
• Not Applicable

03

Do you have experience working in a library setting?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly describe your experience in a library setting. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)

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Do you have experience with planning and implementing creative programming for children?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly describe your experience with planning and implementing creative programming for children. (If this question does not apply, please type N/A in the space provided below.)

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Do you have a valid North Carolina drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

Please indicate how you heard this job opportunity: If referred by a Current County Employee please list their name below.

Required Question

Employer Harnett County

Address P. O. Box 778

455 McKinney Pkwy.

Lillington, North Carolina, 27546

Phone 910-893-7567

Website https://www.harnett.org