Work at the Library **NEW**
Check Out a Future with Us
The library is an excellent place to work and many of our positions do not require a library degree. As a library user, you probably know a lot of the wonderful things the library offers. Now imagine spending more time here and getting paid! You'll find excellent benefits including KPERS, medical and dental insurance, and a generous amount of vacation time. Explore current openings and find the details to submit an application.
Library staff are readers, learners, educators, movie watchers, music fans and musicians, artists and art appreciators, and most importantly community members. We value excellence, curiosity, literacy, freedom, teamwork and accountability. All staff members strive to help people find the information, entertainment, resources, tools and space they need in a clean and welcoming community hub.
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Benefits and Incentives
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical Insurance (BCBSKS)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dental Insurance (Delta Dental)
- Vision Insurance (EyeMed)
- Cancer Insurance (Loyal American)
- KPERS Retirement
- 457 Retirement Plans (KPERS and Voya)
- Voluntary Life Insurance (KPERS
- Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Leave)
- Paid Holidays
- Long-Term Disability Options
- ID Shield
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disclaimer: *Conditions/terms apply to select benefits and incentives...
Our Core Values
Excellence
We create experiences that anticipate our community’s diverse needs and exceed expectations.
Curiosity
We are hungry to learn, create and innovate. We inspire our community to do the same.
Literacy
We help people make their lives better by providing the tools to successfully navigate the world.
Freedom
We welcome everyone in the community. We support and defend our customers’ right to access information without judgment.
Teamwork
We build stronger communities through mutual trust, collaboration and shared goals.
Accountability
We serve the needs of the entire community by using resources responsibly, fairly and transparently.
Connection
The library will support the diverse needs and interests of the community with services and resources that foster a sense of belonging and collaboration.
Space
The library will provide welcoming and inviting physical and digital spaces in which people have easy access to learning, connections and joy.
Learning
The library is committed to offering equitable learning and development opportunities to meet the goals and needs of diverse learners.
Joy
The library is committed to providing a variety of programs and services that enrich our community and spark wonder in residents across the county.
People
The library will create a work environment where our staff and volunteers are valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best.
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Our Departments
- Administration
- Circulation
- Communication & Marketing
- Community Services
- Digital Services
- Facilities/Custodians
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Program/Event Services
- Public Services
General Qualifications
- Quality Mindset & Self-Motivated
- High Attendance Record
- Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Alcohol Test
- Pass Background Check & Physical Capacity Test
