Job Openings

Kokomo-Howard County Public Library will never ask for financial information or commitment as part of our hiring process. All interviews will either be conducted in person of through video conference invitations from an email provided during an initial phone call. Text messaging is not used for recruitment processes.

It is KHCPL’s policy that equal employment opportunities be available to all persons without regard to race, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, veteran status, ancestry, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, participation in military service or disability or other category protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all employees and applicants for employment and to all phases of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, treatment during employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and termination of employment.

Temporary Information Services Assistant

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is seeking someone who loves interacting with the public, is a problem-solver, is approachable, professional, and has excellent customer service skills to fill a Temporary Information Services Assistant position at our Main Branch. This position needs a friendly, flexible individual whose primary duty will be assisting patrons in accessing materials and information in our Adult and Teen Department. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent. The position is 24 hours per week and includes some weekends and evenings. Entry-level salary starts at $18.43/hour. We will begin reviewing applicants immediately for an anticipated start date of 4/1. This position can remain as a substitute after the completion date of the temporary position.

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Courier

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is seeking a Courier to help us move materials from one location to another. Primary responsibilities include moving various materials from one KHCPL location to another, purchasing some materials as needed, and dropping off outgoing mail to the Post Office. We have a part-time position available with the hours of 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position will include great annual, sick, and holiday benefits. The rate starts at $16.42/hour. Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent, a good driving record, the ability to move objects (including books) as needed, and a valid driver's license. We will begin reviewing applications immediately.

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Substitute Custodian

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is proud of our immaculate and clean facilities and is seeking a Custodian to help us keep our distinguished reputation. We have a substitute position available; hours include evenings and weekends. The pay rate starts at $15.30/hour. Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-year relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. The primary responsibilities are opening/closing the library, floor care, cleaning, stocking vending machines.

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Custodian

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is proud of our immaculate facilities and is seeking a Custodian to help us keep our distinguished reputation. We have a 20-hour part-time position available. This position will include great annual, sickness, and holiday benefits in addition to excellent health insurance, retirement, and life insurance. Hours include evenings and weekends. The rate starts at $16.42/hour. Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-year relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. The primary responsibilities are opening/closing the library, floor care, cleaning, stocking vending machines, and courier duties.

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Safety and Security Officer

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is proud of our safe and secure Main Branch and our other facilities and is seeking a Safety & Security Officer to help us keep our distinguished reputation. We have a 20-hour part-time position available as well as a substitute position with variable hours to begin and hours will include evenings and weekends. The rate starts at $16.42/hour. Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-year relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to patrol our facilities regularly. The primary responsibilities are day-to-day conflict resolution; along with patrolling and monitoring hallways, stairwells, toilet facilities, outside areas surrounding facilities, and other public and nonpublic areas of the library. Also, enforcing library policies and filing incident reports while maintaining an inviting environment for our patrons, working with local law enforcement as needed, and assisting staff with directing patrons in emergencies. We will begin to review applicants immediately.

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Page and Clerical Positions:

Applications for library page and clerical positions are accepted at all times, even when there are no openings, and are kept active for six months. An application may be filled out at any library location, or Apply Online.

Library Page: Part-time. Starting wage is $11.00 / hour. Days and hours of work vary. In most page positions, the primary responsibility is shelving books. Other duties might include shelf reading, locating materials, affixing labels on new materials, covering paperbacks, filing, and occasionally assisting patrons.

Library Clerk: Part-time. Starting wage is $13.64 / hour. Days and hours of work vary. Clerks perform tasks in many library departments. Duties range from processing new library materials, library card registration, collecting library fines and assisting patrons with checking out.

Pre-Employment Screening Requirements:

KHCPL has a vital interest in maintaining safe, legal and efficient working conditions for its employees and patrons. Therefore, following a job offer, all applicants must successfully complete a drug screening and background check prior to employment. If the position requires driving a library vehicle, a good driving record is necessary.

E-Verify:

KHCPL participates in E-verify and, upon employment, will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Information about E-verify can be found at www.uscis.gov/everify.