Jobs at APL

Occasionally the Allentown Public Library seeks reliable, responsible, and motivated people to add to its staff.

If you are interested in applying for a position you will need to provide a cover letter, resume, and references. Any potential employee must receive a clean background check before being offered a position.

How to Apply to an open position

You can apply in writing or via Email.

Writing:

Allentown Public Library
Job #/Job Title
1210 Hamilton Street
Allentown, PA 18102

Please include the JOB# and Job Title on the front of the mailing envelope.

Email:

allentownlibraryjobs@gmail.com

Please include the JOB# and Job Title in the subject line of all email.

No telephone or in-person inquiries please.

Immediate opening: Thursday through Saturday, approximately 15 hours per week, with the ability to substitute on additional days as needed and/or maintain flexibility within the schedule

An Inter-Library Delivery Driver (PT) will sort, load, unload, and deliver library materials to local libraries throughout Lehigh and Carbon Counties.  The library supplies the vehicle.  No CDL license is required, but candidates must be 21 years or older and possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record, both for a minimum of three (3) years.

In accordance with PA Department of Human Services guidelines, all prospective employees must also be able to provide following documents before starting employment.  Once employed, all employees are required to submit updated copies of each document every sixty (60) months:

  • PA State Criminal Record Check 
  • Child Abuse Clearance 
  • FBI Federal Criminal Background 

More information on obtaining these clearances can be found at:

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/KeepKidsSafe/Clearances/Pages/PA-Child-Abuse-History-Clearance.aspx

In addition to a valid license and clean driving record, the Ideal Candidate should:

  • Be self-motivated and prompt
  • Possess a H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
  • Be professional, considerate and have a positive attitude
  • Have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

This position pays $16 per hour.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the opening is filled.