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DEPARTMENT:

Library

DATE POSTED:

October 21, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

November 04, 2026

HIRING RANGE:

$54,312 - $56,600

POSITION NUMBER:

40006032

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time, 37.5 hrs/week,

Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs supervisory and administrative work overseeing Circulation Unit of the South Regional Library; does related work as required.

Work is performed with independence under the supervision of the regional library manager.

This position is based at the South Regional Library, but candidate could be asked to work at other library locations.

Typical Schedule:

Monday: 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Thursday: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

*Friday: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (off when working on Saturday)

*Saturday: 9:15 a.m. – 6 p.m. (every 3rd week with 1 hour and 15-minute lunch break)

*Sunday: 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. (every 12th week with 10-minute break)

Must be able to work a flexible schedule. This position includes one evening shift per week (Monday), every third Saturday, and every twelfth Sunday on a rotating basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages all aspects and activities of the Circulation Unit at the South Regional Library.
• Hires, trains, supervises, schedules and evaluates South Regional Circulation Staff.
• Greets patrons, checks library materials in and out, sorts and routes returned materials.
• Places holds on materials and pulls patron requests from the shelves.
• Registers new borrowers, collects and records fees, and resolves issues related to library accounts.
• Facilitates and manages money handling to include, but not limited to, daily revenue reports, cash management reports, reconciling cash register, weekly bank deposits, audits, and coin-op machine.
• Monitors the condition of library materials that enter through circulation and determines appropriate repair actions to be taken.
• Makes decisions on specific operating problems in accordance with library or county policies and procedures.
• Provides excellent customer service in a team-based environment.
• Serves on the regional library management team and committees as assigned.
• Serves as Manager on Duty in the absence of the Regional Library Manager.
• Performs related tasks as required or requested.
• Assists at other service points when needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of business administration procedures and practices
• General knowledge of modern office procedures and equipment
• General knowledge of standard accounting principles and techniques
• General knowledge of current library practices
• General knowledge of the operation of business or library computer systems
• Skill with library technology
• Ability to supervise and evaluate personnel
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patrons and fellow workers
• Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work pleasantly and effectively with people of all ages

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Library Science or Information Science, Information Management, Business Administration, English, Communications, or Education from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of paraprofessional experience in business, libraries, or local government including six (6) months of supervisory or administrative experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Public Library experience
• Knowledge of library circulation systems and automation
• Ability to speak Spanish

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE:

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.