Interested in becoming part of the Metropolitan Library System?
If you are looking for an opportunity to be a vital member of a forward-thinking, customer-focused, team-driven organization where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of others, then the Metropolitan Library System is the place for you.
Just as the world around us is exciting and rapidly changing, so are public libraries. Our employees are energetic, creative individuals who promote unlimited ideas and information for curious minds.
MLS provides a wide range of benefits to support a rewarding career, a secure future, and a healthy and equitable work-life balance. This includes generous time off, a comprehensive health plan, a competitive retirement package, professional development opportunities, and much more. Are you ready to be a part of the MLS team?
Current Openings
Access Specialist I
- Type: Part Time
- Location: Belle Isle Library
- Application Opens: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at 11:00am
- Application Closes: Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 11:30pm
Brief Job Description:
Under the direction of the Access Services Manager ensures appropriate and efficient processing and distribution of Library materials and provides basic customer assistance.
Our first application review will be Monday, December 2, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Access Specialist I
- Type: Part Time
- Location: Downtown Library
- Application Opens: Monday, November 11, 2019 at 8:00am
- Application Closes: Monday, November 25, 2019 at 11:45pm
Brief Job Description:
Under the direction of the Access Manager, the Access Specialist I ensures appropriate and efficient processing and distribution of Library materials and provides basic customer assistance.
Our first application review will be Tuesday, November 26, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Collection Processing Manager
- Type: Full Time
- Location: Service Center
- Application Opens: Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 8:00am
- Application Closes: Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 11:45pm
Brief Job Description:
Under administrative direction, provides leadership and direction for staff in collection processing; plans, organizes and directs all collection processing operations, including supervising staff; assists in the development of policy recommendations; oversees the processing and distribution of library materials acquired for the library system’s collections; communicates with vendors and other offices regarding orders to resolve problems and ensure accurate payments and credits to library’s accounts.
Application review will begin on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Collection Services Assistant Manager
- Type: Full Time
- Location: Service Center
- Application Opens: Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 8:00am
- Application Closes: Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 11:45pm
Brief Job Description:
Under general supervision, provides leadership and direction for staff in collection services which includes Cataloging, Interlibrary Loan and Receiving; plans, organizes and directs operations, including supervising staff; assists in the development of policy recommendations; assists in evaluating resources to increase effective customer access to library-owned materials and coordinates utilization of such resources.
Application review will begin on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Adult Librarian
- Type: Full Time
- Location: Downtown Library
- Application Opens: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 8:00am
- Application Closes: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 11:45pm
Brief Job Description:
Under the direction of the Library Manager or Engagement Manager, the Adult Librarian I performs a variety of professional librarian duties including providing information and assistance to members of all ages; planning, scheduling and presenting programs and/or services for adults; performing reference, readers’ advisory services and bibliographic instruction for adults; building relationships with community organizations that serve adults; providing technology instruction to adults; engaging in civic participation.
This position will perform a variety of professional librarian duties in a special collections context--including genealogy, local history, and general research for customers of all ages.
Application review will begin on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Maintenance Manager
- Type: Full Time
- Location: All Locations
- Application Opens: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 8:00am
- Application Closes: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 11:45pm
Brief Job Description:
Under general supervision, assists in overseeing the maintenance of the library system’s facilities; performs non-routine, complex maintenance and repairs on library system buildings, and equipment; and supervises maintenance technicians.
Application review will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
Please note that additional information regarding this position may be found by clicking on the 'Go to application' button.
Information for Applicants
The Metropolitan Library System uses an online application portal and video interviewing software system. During the hiring process, you may receive an email from the following address: mls.recruitment@metrolibrary.org. You may want to add this email to your "safe senders" list.
Applicants must complete the employment application online. Mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted after the closing date. Applicants will be contacted only if an interview is requested.
The Metropolitan Library System provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.