Library Employment

Careers with the County Library

Current Openings

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  • Librarian - Teen — Bingham Creek, (Full Time)
    $51021.00/year - $76534.00/year (Open till January 26, 2025)
    • Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications. • Provides information to staff on appropriate ways of dealing with customers in the library including children and/or young adults. • Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in assigned area. Monitors assigned allocation of library materials budget. • Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals. • Develops, maintains, and participates in outreach activities to promote use of library materials and services. • Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults. • Assists customers in the use of personal computer and electronic resources. • Develops, monitors, and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library’s home page. • Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned or on a rotation basis handling emergency situations as well as customer complaints. • Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.
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Salt Lake County Library has been recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the Wasatch Front.

The ability to positively impact the lives of others is one of the many reasons our jobs are both rewarding and satisfying. Our amazing team creates a thriving community hub where people eagerly share and implement good ideas. We are passionate about and truly committed to improving the life of our customers.

"Even with the millions of resources available to the public – our most valuable resource is our employees. Our team of staff, volunteers, community partners and customers truly make the County Library a great place to work!"—Library Director Jim Cooper

 

Why is the County Library such a great place to work?

The County Library consistently ranks among the top ten U.S. libraries that serve general populations from 500,000 to 999,999.

Library employees work in a variety of positions across our 18 libraries, two reading rooms, the satellite jail location, administration, support services and our facilities team. The County Library is a division of Salt Lake County Department of Community Services.

Work Hours/Benefits

The Library offers a variety of positions both full and part-time. The majority of our positions, both full and part-time, are eligible for benefits. To support branch staffing needs, the Library employs for non-benefited, substitute positions as well.

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Teen Summer Internships

Most County Library branches host at least one intern each summer offering a variety of opportunities to learn how the library runs, gain career experience, and enjoy a fun and flexible summer work environment.

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The County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Questions about the online application process should be directed to Salt Lake County Human Resources: 385.468.0570.