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 #29-18, Supervising Librarian - Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch
The Library is seeking candidates for a Supervising Librarian vacancy working in the Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch Library. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $37.32 per hour.
To ensure consideration, complete application materials must be received by 5:00 p.m., Monday, August 27, 2018.
See the bulletin for information about this branch library, essential functions of the positions, and for information on how to apply.
Jobs for non-Librarians
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 #32-18, Security Officer
The Library is seeking candidates for a Security Officer vacancy working in our Facilities and Security Services unit. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $25.21 per hour.
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by 5:00 p.m., Monday, August 27, 2018.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete #28-18, Building Maintenance Support Lead
The Library is seeking candidates for a Building Maintenance Support Lead vacancy working in our Facilities and Security Services unit. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $31.82 per hour.
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 17, 2018.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Invitation to Compete #24-18, Senior Systems Analyst II
The Library is seeking candidates for a Senior Systems Analyst II vacancy working in our Information Technology unit. This position is full time at 80 hours per pay period and starts at $47.11 per hour.
This posting is open until filled. First review of applications to occur Monday, July 23.
See the bulletin for essential functions and for information on how to apply.
Student Assistant Program
We offer students in high school, college, vocational/technical school or G.E.D. programs an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and mentorship skills. Students must be at least 16 years old.
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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