All Hartford Public Library (HPL) facilities are temporarily closed to the public until further notice. HPL is suspending external recruitment until we resume normal operations.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we navigate this unprecedented situation.

Job Recruitment

Thank you for your interest in employment with Hartford Public Library.  Please note the Library only accepts applications for current vacancies.  An online employment application is a mandatory requirement. Click on a job title below to begin your online application. 

Job openings are updated based on when a position becomes available. Hartford Public Library is now accepting applications.

Click here to view all job openings

Hartford Public Library requires that all finalists for a position undergo the following:

• Criminal Background Check
• Pre-employment Drug Testing on applicants

Hartford Public Library requires a Criminal Background Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing on applicants who are selected as a finalist for the position. Applicants will be provided a copy of any positive drug test results. A criminal record does not necessarily eliminate you from employment with Hartford Public Library. Each conviction will be reviewed with respect to the offense, circumstances, seriousness and the position for which you apply.

Hartford Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities and persons with disabilities.