Barton Accessible Washroom Unavailable
The accessible washroom at the Barton Branch is currently out of order. We are working with facilities staff to restore access. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sherwood Accessible Washroom Unavailable
The accessible washroom at Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. We are working with facilities staff to restore access. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Phishing Scheme
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Jobs at HPL
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Current Opportunities:
No current opportunities
Library Page Opportunities:
Westdale and Locke - Permanent - Part-Time (1 Position)
Terryberry - Permanent - Part-Time (1 Position)
To apply for future consideration as a Page, print out and fill in the Employment Application Form. Please submit the completed form to the branch where you prefer to work.
Pages work part-time, supporting library staff. To apply for a Page position, you must have completed Grade 8. Page duties include:
- Shelving library materials
- Ensuring shelves and public areas are neat and in good order
- Assisting library staff in the performance of basic duties associated with daily operations
HPL welcomes resumes. Please email yours to recruit@hpl.ca Resumes remain on file for six months.
“I enjoy working at HPL because it allows me to introduce Members to technology and resources that are new to them. I also like seeing the smiles on faces of fellow Filipinos who see me working here. Punta na sa library, Kabayan! (Go to the library, my fellow countryman.)”
Team HPL's Jennie H.
“Hamilton Public Library is a unique environment where all people can gather and be welcomed! Working here gave me the opportunity to get my Canadian experience as a newcomer and to become more familiar with Canadian culture."
Yashar M., former Team HPL member
The Hamilton Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources about any accommodation you require. HPL retains resumes and/or applications for six months. Only candidates selected for interviews are contacted.
