EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

WHY WORK AT THE LIBRARY

We think Spokane Public Library is awesome. We are growing, building new facilities, and adding exciting new services and programs that are essential to the growth and success of our community. We work hard to connect Spokane citizens with the resources to make them more interesting, confident, and connected to their community. Join a dedicated and enthusiastic staff of 100 employees working hard to make Spokane a better place.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We honor a commitment to staff development, recruitment, and promotion to reflect a diversity in age, race, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics.

OPEN POSITIONS

Please email your resume and any questions to sday@spokanelibrary.org

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of entry-level duties processing, organizing, shelving and retrieving library materials. Performs other entry-level clerical duties as assigned.

Please see the linked job description for a comprehensive look at the responsibilities and qualifications.

The hiring wage is $16.28 per hour.

These positions will be for the Central branch locations.

This position will remain open until sufficient candidates have been identified and the position is filled. Please send a letter of interest and resume to sday@spokanelibrary.org.

Position Overview:

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining safety and security across all Spokane Public Library facilities. This role involves implementing security protocols, conducting routine safety assessments in collaboration with staff in order to maintain a safe and secure environment for all Library staff and customers. This position demands a high level of alertness and a commitment to upholding the library’s standards and policies, including the customer Code of Conduct. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of responsibility, excellent observational skills, and the ability to interact positively with the public. The Security Guard reports directly to the Safety and Security Manager.

Please see the linked job description for a comprehensive look at the responsibilities and qualifications.

The hiring salary range is $37,000 – 47,000 for a full-time position annually and includes comprehensive benefit coverage including medical, dental, and a defined-benefit retirement plan.

The general schedule for these positions will start at the Central branch Monday through Friday with the flexibility of evenings and weekends required.

This position will remain open until sufficient candidates have been identified and all positions are filled. Please send a letter of interest and resume to sday@spokanelibrary.org.

Position Overview:

Under general supervision loads, cleans library facilities and grounds; performs maintenance and repair work; oversees the daily work of caretakers and custodial staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Education and Experience: High school graduation or its equivalent.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a good driving record.
  • EL 06 limited energy, EL6A HVAC/RFRG Low Voltage electrical license.

Salary: $27.78/hour or $58,005/Annually

Required Skill in:

  • Operating and maintaining a large delivery van.
  • Keeping public buildings and grounds clean and well maintained.
  • Operating equipment, such as a forklift, bobcat, personal lift, or utility trailer.
  • Using a variety of hand and power tools.
  • Using power equipment such as buffers, carpet cleaners and lawn mowers safely and efficiently.
  • Planning and organizing work while staying on task.
  • Reading, understanding, and following written instructions.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, other Library departments, and occasionally the general public.
  • Knowledge on Automated Logic Web Control, Solar edge, Eclipse, Blue Iris Software

See linked job description for full list of primary duties and responsibilities. Please forward a letter of interest and resume to sday@spokanelibrary.org

About Spokane Public Library

The Spokane Public Library’s mission and vision is to be a community of learning and to inspire a thriving city through cultural and educational opportunities. We value education, collaboration, diversity, innovation, the customer experience, and everyday accountability. Since 1894, we have been dedicated to bringing people, information, and ideas together for the continuous growth and success of our community.

We are committed to staff development, recruitment, and promotion that embraces diversity in age, race, color, ethnicity, marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, mental and physical ability, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics. We are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming of intersectional identities in all its forms.

OPEN POSITIONS

There are no open positions at this time.

About Spokane Public Library

The Spokane Public Library’s mission and vision is to be a community of learning and to inspire a thriving city through cultural and educational opportunities. We value education, collaboration, diversity, innovation, the customer experience, and everyday accountability. Since 1894, we have been dedicated to bringing people, information, and ideas together for the continuous growth and success of our community.

Position Overview: This position plans, coordinates and delivers library programming.

We are committed to staff development, recruitment, and promotion that embraces diversity in age, race, color, ethnicity, marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, mental and physical ability, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics. We are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming of intersectional identities in all its forms.