Library Careers
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.
Application Process
Candidates are invited to submit an online application with a cover letter and a resume in NEOGOV for a job opportunity listed below. (If no jobs are listed, there are no openings at this time.) To learn about additional employment opportunities, please go to the City of Seattle's Job Opportunities site.
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 #44-24: Adult Services Librarian
Business, Science and Technology and World Languages
Central Library, 1000 4th Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, full-time (80 hours per two-week period)
Hourly pay rate: $41.69 – $50.55 (2024 pay rate)
Hours will include weekdays, evenings and weekends. Anticipated regular schedule includes working every other weekend and two (2) to three (3) nights every two weeks. This is a fully in-person role. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library's employees. Please submit your NEOGOV application, cover letter and resume to be considered. This recruitment will be open until filled.
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 #08-25: Library Associate II (Multiple Positions)
4 positions are available:
Highpoint Branch, 3411 S.W Raymond St, Seattle
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, part-time position (60 hours per pay period)
Schedule: Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Thursday: 11:30am - 8:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Wednesday - Thursday: 11:30pm - 8:00pm, Friday: 2:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
West Seattle Branch, 2306 42nd Ave S.W, Seattle
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, part-time position (52 hours per pay period)
Schedule: Thursday: 9:30am - 1:30pm, Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Tuesday: 11:30am - 8:00pm.
Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Friday - Sunday: 9:30am - 6:00pm.
Magnolia Branch, 2801 34th Ave W., Seattle
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, part-time position (44 hours per pay period)
Schedule: Thursday: 11:30am - 8:00pm, Friday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Tuesday: 4:00pm - 8:00pm.
Saturday - Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm.
Fremont Branch, 731 N 35th St., Seattle
Temporary, FLSA non-exempt, part-time position (68 hours per pay period)
Schedule: Wednesday - Thursday: 9:30am -6:00pm. Saturday - Sunday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Tuesday: 11:30am - 8:00pm.
Wednesday: 9:30am - 1:30pm, Thursday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm, Tuesday: 11:30am - 8:00pm.
Salary range: $28.37 - $34.48 per hour
Hours will include weekdays, weekends and evenings. These positions are part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME. A pay period is two weeks in length that start on Wednesday and end on Tuesday. The schedules listed represent the Library's current operational need and are subject to change.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library's employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on February 2, 2025.
Invitation to Compete #04-25: Building Maintenance Worker
The Seattle Public Library is recruiting for 2 positions:
Central Library, Maintenance Services, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, full time, 80 hours per pay period (40 hours per week)
Central Library, Maintenance Services, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, full time, 80 hours per pay period (40 hours per week)
Salary range: $33.52 - $40.67 per hour
Hours will include weekdays, weekends and evenings. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME. A pay period is two weeks in length.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application, cover letter and resume in NEOGOV. This recruitment will be open until filled. Application materials received by January 19, 2025 will receive first consideration.
Invitation to Compete #02-25: Delivery Driver I
Central Library, Materials Distribution Services
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, part-time (48 hours per pay period) position
Salary range: $27.25 - $33.03 per hour
The anticipated work schedule for this position is every Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A pay period is two weeks in length. The Delivery Driver I is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information and submit your application, cover letter and resume in NEOGOV. This recruitment will be open until filled. Application materials received by 5:00 p.m. on January 18, 2025 will receive first consideration.
Invitation to Compete #01-25: Facilities Manager
Capital Improvements and Facilities Department
Central Library (1000 4th Ave., Seattle, WA 98104) & various library branches as needed
Regular, FLSA exempt, full-time (80 hours per pay period) position
Salary range: $116,802.72 - $141,691.68 annually (2024 pay rate)
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV. This recruitment will be open until filled.
Invitation to Compete #42-24: Informal Learning Services Program Manager
Youth and Family Learning Services
Central Library, 1000 4th Ave., Seattle, WA
This is a full-time 80 hours per pay period, fully benefited, regular, FLSA exempt position.
Salary range: $92,978.64 - $113,065.20 annually (2024 pay rate)
Hours will include weekdays, and occasional weekends and evenings.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. This recruitment will remain open until all positions are filled. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV. This recruitment will be open until filled.
Invitation to Compete #37-24: Custodial & Janitorial Support Lead Sr.
Custodial Services
Regular, full-time, 80 hours per pay period
Salary range: $31.40 - 38.18 per hour (2024 pay rate)
Shifts times may be: 2 A.M - 10 A.M or 3:30 AM - 11:30 A.M.
This is a non-exempt, benefited position. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME. A pay period is two weeks in length.
This recruitment is open to the public and to The Seattle Public Library's employees. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on February 6, 2025.
Student Assistant Program
The Student Assistant Program enables students who are enrolled in high school, undergraduate degree, vocational or G.E.D. programs to gain work experience in a public library. This employment program for teens and young adults promotes teamwork, service to the community, and provides valuable support for the Library.
Student Assistants work in the Central Library and in Library branches throughout Seattle. Their job duties vary by location and include sorting, shelving and retrieving books and other materials; processing materials for use; sorting and routing materials using the Dewey Decimal System and other alphanumeric filing schemes. In Library branches, Student Assistants may also be asked to check materials in and out, help staff provide service to Library patrons, and provide support duties.
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.