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Your Career Starts Here

At Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, we are more than books; we are people dedicated to serving our community. From neighborhood services to our central library, we connect people, inspire discovery, and open doors to opportunity.

We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference and eager to grow with us. Join a team that values curiosity, service, and the power of knowledge.

Your career starts here at TSCPL!

Benefits

Health Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas)
Dental Insurance (Delta Dental)
Vision Insurance (EyeMed)
KPERS Retirement
457 Retirement Plans (KPERS & Voya)

In addition to these core benefits, we offer a variety of supplemental options and perks, including flexible spending accounts (HSA/FSA), voluntary life and cancer insurance, paid time off and holidays, long-term disability options, ID Shield, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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Our Core Values

Our Mission

Sparking curiosity and connecting our community through literacy and learning.

Our 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.

Community Needs & Interests

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.