Work at the Library

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The Indianapolis Public Library has served Marion County residents since 1873. Central Library, located in downtown Indianapolis, and our branch locations offer a variety of employment opportunities.

IndyPL offers a friendly, customer-focused environment where over 600 dedicated and knowledgeable staff members bring their diverse skills to enrich the lives of people of all ages. Our employees are valued as key members of a dynamic institution that is a center of community life and the neighborhoods it serves.

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Why Work at the Library?

Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

Mental Health America’s Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is the nation’s leading certification recognizing employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. Receiving the 2025 Bell Seal validates our commitment to prioritizing employee well-being and encourages us to continuously improve our workplace wellness efforts.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We believe our differences in age, race, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics enhance our understanding of, and service to, the community. We strive to honor this commitment through staff development and in our recruitment, hiring, and promotion practices.

Certified Good Wages Employer of Choice

The Library has been recognized by Employ Indy as a Certified Good Wages Employer of Choice! The Good Wages Initiative certifies, celebrates, and showcases Marion County employers committed to providing full-time employees both a wage of at least $18/hr and access to health insurance benefits. This honor highlights our commitment to providing good wages and competitive healthcare benefits.

Benefits Package

We offer a generous package of benefit options. Join our team and discover the rewards of helping Hoosiers learn for a lifetime. View our current employee benefits.

The Indianapolis Public Library prioritizes Diversity, Inclusion, Culture, and Equity (DICE) as a core value in our pursuit of inspiring lifelong learning, because our patrons come from all walks of life and so do we. IndyPL strives to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels comfortable sharing ideas and always being themselves. We celebrate being an equal opportunity employer because diverse backgrounds, ideas, and viewpoints makes our organization stronger.