About the Library

Jobs at the Library

Make a difference and build connections

Join our team

When you walk into any of our 22 locations, you'll find a community connected to endless possibilities. With free access to programs and services, the Library helps foster growth and positive change. Our team of over 840 staff members are at the core of the Library. From helping someone find a great book, working behind the scenes to coordinate events, or bringing laughter to a storytime — our team makes a difference every day. 

Explore careers at the Library and apply today.

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A Look at Library Roles

The Library offers three categories of work: Support Services, Customer Services, and Specialists. 

Whether you’re ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes, providing exceptional service to our community, or contributing your expertise in a specialized field — there’s a role for everyone.  

The Library is open days, evenings, and weekends. Being able to work a wide range of shifts is considered an asset.

Our Commitment to You

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, perks including training opportunities and recognition events, and resources for work-life balance and wellness. 
  • Safe, Healthy work environment with job related training.
  • Employee Family Assistance Program.
  • Bike storage / on-site parking (location dependent).
  • Full-time employees receive extended Health and Dental coverage, a Health Spending Account, Life Insurance, and LAPP participation.
  • Part-time employees receive an additional 17% each pay in lieu of benefits
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Grow Your Career

Calgary Public Library offers:

  • Job-specific courses.
  • Tuition Assistance.
  • Training programs and workshops.
  • System-wide initiatives, including Truth & Reconciliation and Diversity & Inclusion training.
  • Opportunities for internal promotions. 

Recognition

  • Staff achievements are celebrated in a variety of meaningful ways.
  • There are easy, flexible, and spontaneous options to recognize and thank coworkers.
  • Our culture of recognition helps create a work environment where employees feel valued and appreciated.
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Belonging

  • Over 840 staff members from varied backgrounds shape the Library.
  • We celebrate cultural, perspective, and experiential differences.
  • Differences are celebrated as strengths to enhance our work.
  • Teams work across diverse viewpoints to inspire curiosity and growth.
  • A blend of backgrounds and expertise fosters innovation.  

Read more about the Library's commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging

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Grow with Us

As our city continues to grow, Calgary Public Library grows with it. Our accessible spaces provide opportunities and experiences for over 818,000 members. With 22 locations and more to come in the future, there are opportunities to make a difference all over Calgary. 

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