Employment Opportunities
See below for job openings with our library system: We offer a great work environment with an excellent team!
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11 Blumenthal St.
Murphy, NC 28906
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Library Assistant
Moss Memorial Library | 2 open full-time positions
Looking for a job where every day is a little different? We're hiring a Library Assistant to help keep things running smoothly at the library! You'll help patrons find what they need—whether that's answering questions at the circulation desk, checking out books, or tracking down materials from other libraries. You'll also get to be part of fun programs like story times, book displays, and community events, plus pitch in with collection development, shelving, and general library upkeep. Comfortable with computers and enjoy helping people? You'll fit right in. Bonus points if you've worked in a library before, but we're happy to train the right person.
What you'll need: A high school diploma (or equivalent) plus some technical training. College coursework and library experience are a plus, but not required.
Both positions are full-time including benefits: (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays)
Salary Range: $26,415 - $30,656 | 36 hours per week
*Posted 9/1/2026 Open Until Filled*
Library Substitutes
As Needed Position
We are consistently looking for highly skilled and available library substitutes to help fill in when a staff member is out of work. If you are flexible and would like to fill in where needed, you can apply here. Please indicate what days/locations are preferable for you when you apply. We will keep your application on file and contact you when the need arises.
State of Franklin Program Employee
Ongoing Temporary Employee
The State of Franklin Health Council provides assistance with the Senior Community Service Employment Program to the residents of Swain, Macon, Clay, Jackson, Cherokee, Haywood, Graham, Buncombe, Madison, Transylvania and Henderson counties - as well as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians(EBCI).
The requirements for State of Franklin positions are:
• 55 or older
• Income eligible
• Seeking employment
These positions are typically 20 hours per week. They are also temporary with a 4 year cap. To be considered at our libraries please fill out an application and call one of our libraries to see if you qualify for the position.