Posting number: IC #41-26
Department: The Seattle Public Library
Job classification: Custodian - Library
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Library, Maintenance, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Invitation to Compete #41-26: Custodian
Facilities and Capital Improvement Programs
Regular, FLSA non-exempt, full-time position (80 hours per pay period)
Schedule: Thursday – Monday, 2am - 10:30am
Facilities and Capital Improvement Programs
Temporary, FLSA non-exempt, full-time position (80 hours per pay period)
This temporary appointment is expected to end May 5, 2027, which could be extended or end prior to the expected duration.
Schedule: This position is scheduled for shifts at 12pm – 8pm or 2am – 10:30am.
Hours will include weekdays, evenings and weekends. A pay period is two weeks in length that starts on Wednesday and ends on Tuesday. Schedules are subject to change based on the Library’s current operational needs. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME.
Salary Range: $27.64 - $33.44 per hour
This position may provide open hours reactive cleaning of neighborhood public branch libraries. Primary duties involve responding to urgent and emergent cleaning requests during open hours across the library system. This position may be scheduled to conduct routine cleaning of buildings overnight (various Seattle locations). Must be able to work weekends.
This recruitment is open to public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees and will remain open continuously Candidates wishing to be considered in the first review should submit their application in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 2026 Please note that the application period may close at any time after the first consideration date.
Please note: This recruitment may be used for up to 90 days following the closing date of this posting to fill regular and temporary Custodian vacancies.
The Seattle Public Library’s mission is to bring people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and build community. We view Seattle as a city where imagination and opportunity continue to thrive. Since 1891, we have grown from a single reading room in Pioneer Square to a world-class library system with 27 locations.
The Library works every day to foster and support a healthy city and a healthy democracy. We do this work guided by the principles of intellectual freedom, literacy and the love of learning, racial equity, privacy and confidentiality, respect for the community, strong partnerships and innovation. We are an active and committed partner in the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative.
Library employees are highly regarded by the public for their knowledge, quality of service and caring. As a workplace, we value respectful and transparent communication, partnership and engagement. We are enriched individually and organizationally because of our diversity and growth mindset. We take time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of others.
If you share these values and meet the qualifications, the Library invites you to apply for the Custodian position.
Primary duties for the Custodian position include cleaning and sanitizing; restocking supplies; vacuuming, shampooing, and spot-cleaning carpeted areas; cleaning, stripping, scrubbing and buffing hard surface floors; dusting; and waste/recycling disposal and collection.Candidates must be able to work efficiently, both independently and under supervision. Candidates must also be able to communicate effectively with others. Most of the time this position works independently during closed hours but occasionally works when the public is present during open hours of operation.
Examples of duties include:
Able to check emails at the beginning of the shift to check 360 work orders.
How to Apply
This recruitment will be open continuously. Candidates wishing to be considered in the first review should submit their application in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on August 21, 2026.
Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. Initial screening will be based on a review of application materials. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a series of one or more interviews.
Benefits and Salary Information
The full salary range for this position is $27.64 - $33.44 per hour.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Retirement information can be found here: https://www.seattle.gov/retirement
Additional Information
If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at The Seattle Public Library, please send an email to job.applications@spl.orgThe Library promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.
Please keep in mind that job offers are contingent on a review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
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