Library Careers
Discover our current job openings
Check out employment opportunities at The Seattle Public Library and discover the benefits of working at one of our community’s leading institutions, where people of all ages, backgrounds and beliefs come together to share and explore their interests. Learn about our current job openings and recruitment processes, and find out how to apply.
Jobs for Librarians
Our reference librarians are generalists with a wide range of knowledge, but they may have special expertise in one or more subjects as well. Technical librarians work behind the scenes, where they select, catalog and care for books and other materials. Many of our staff members are fluent in languages other than English, which helps us serve our diverse community.
Invitation to Compete # 06-19, Adult Services Librarian, Reader Services – Central Library
The Library is seeking candidates for an Adult Services Librarian at our Central branch. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $32.95 per hour.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit online applications with resumes and cover letters by 5:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2019.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete # 33-18, Assistant Director – Public Services
The Library is seeking candidates for an Assistant Director of Public Services in our Library Programs and Services division. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $46.72 per hour ($97,551.36 annually).
This position is open until filled. First review of applications to occur Tuesday, September 25.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete # 01-19, Supervising Librarian – Montlake Library
The Library is seeking candidates for a Supervising Librarian at our Montlake branch. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $37.32 per hour.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit online applications with resumes and cover letters by 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 18, 2019.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
All other jobs
Many essential jobs within the Library do not require a library degree, and those positions range from administrative professionals and support staff, information technology professionals, drivers who transport books and other materials, to workers who maintain our buildings and grounds, and security officers who keep patrons and staff free from harm.
Invitation to Compete #11-19, Library Associate II - Capitol Hill Library
The Library is seeking candidates to fill a Library Associate II vacancy in our Capitol Hill branch. This position is part-time at 64 hours per pay period (approximately 32 hours per week) and starts at $20.35 per hour.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit an online application with a resume and cover letter by 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 25, 2019.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete #07-19, Library Associate I - Queen Anne Library
The Library is seeking candidates to fill a Library Associate I vacancy in our Queen Anne branch. This position is part-time at 56 hours per pay period (approximately 28 hours per week) and starts at $19.34 per hour.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit an online application with a resume and cover letter by 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2019.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete #04-19, Custodial & Janitorial Support Supervisor, Facilities and Capital Improvement Program
The Library is seeking candidates to fill a Custodial and Janitorial Support Supervisor vacancy. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period (approximately 40 hours per week) and starts at $68,806.40 annually.
To be considered, interested candidates must submit an online application with a resume and cover letter by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 22, 2019.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Employee benefits
We offer a benefits package that covers employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and dependents. Employee benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, generous vacation and sick leave policies and much more.
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