Library Employment
Careers with the County Library
Current Openings
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- Customer Service Specialist - 30 hours — Sandy, (Part Time)
min $15.45 hourly - max $23.17 hourly (Open till May 3, 2025)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Provides public service at the Circulation Desk in person and on the phone. • Collects payments for fines, fees, book sale items and supplies. • Resolves customer account problems. Waives or negotiates payment of charges, as appropriate. • Checks library materials in/out, places holds, renews items, searches for and retrieves materials. • Assists and trains customers to operate library equipment; troubleshoots basic equipment malfunctions. • Reviews library card applications, verifies eligibility and identification, issues and/or updates library cards. • Provides information about borrowing policies, library services and programs, etc. • Fills and processes hold requests. • Uses PC and specialized software, payment transaction system, and other library equipment (self-check machines, laser, printer, copier, etc.) • Assists with technology troubleshooting, both for patrons and with in-house computers and machines as needed. • Performs assigned support tasks, sorting, shelving and other clerical duties. - No current openings at the library
Work at One of the Top Work Places in Utah
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.
Learn more about working at the County Library
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.
Learn more about Teen Summer Internships
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.