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Why work for The Library?
We're not just about books—we’re a community hub where imagination, learning, and connection thrive. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in your community and providing public service, we invite you to join us in our mission to connect a diverse community to resources that educate, enrich, and entertain. Ready to turn the page on a new adventure? Come be part of our team!
This position provides excellent customer service and advanced information assistance to the public, helps create a welcoming library environment, assesses and meets the needs of patrons and the community, selects and evaluates materials for specific subject areas, acts as person in charge of building as needed, and performs various other duties as assigned.
This position may require scheduling at any library facility as well as off-site locations during days, nights, and weekends.
We offer a comprehensive benefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2025 and starts on first day of employment.
Starting Pay: $28.70/hr After 6 Months: $29.41/hr
We Also Offer
- Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation – The City will contribute 5% of the employee’s income to his/her 457 account if the employee contributes at least 1%.
- 14 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending accounts
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited college or university, professional experience in the areas of information services and materials selection and knowledge of public libraries preferred. Certification with the State Library of Iowa required upon employment and retained throughout employment.
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Benefits For Full-Time Employees
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Does anyone in your immediate family work for the Davenport Public Library or serve on the Library Board of Trustees or FRIENDS Board?
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Have you obtained a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited college or university?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Benefits found in job post
- Pension plan
- Disability insurance
- Medical insurance
