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Work & Volunteer at ICPL

Employment Openings

The library has a variety of jobs ranging from entry level shelvers to professional librarians and Managers of Departments. When openings are available, they are posted in the list below.

How To Apply

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Applicants may report to the Business Office of the public library Monday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to pick up an application for employment. Many of these positions require a test and they are given at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the Business Office. After the deadline for submitting applications, the hiring supervisor will review the applications, test scores and phone candidates for interviews.

Volunteer Positions for Young Adults (Grade 7 and up) and Adults

Materials Check In

Young Adults (Grade 7 and up) and Adults are eligible to participate in the Volunteer Program. The Library's needs vary throughout the year, and there are not always openings available. Library volunteer jobs include:

  • Checking in Library materials.
  • Maintaining Library collections.
  • Working at The BookEnd, the Friends Foundation's used bookstore.

  • Contact the Library at 319.356.5200 for more information.

Time Commitment

Regular, ongoing jobs require a three-month commitment and two hours per week. Occasional and short-term jobs vary according to the needs of the Library. For example, an occasional position could be volunteering for a single Library program or event while a short term need may consist of working on a special project.

How To Apply

Complete the Volunteer Application and bring it in to the Library's Business Office or mail to:

Volunteer Coordinator
Iowa City Public Library
123 South Linn
Iowa City, IA 52240

For More Information

Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at the Library. You can call 319.887.6025 or email volunteer@icpl.org for more information.