Employment

Working at Elmhurst Public Library

Elmhurst Public Library prioritizes making all patrons and staff feel valued, respected, and inspired by recognizing that everyone has unique interests, talents, skills, and abilities. Access, inclusion, fiscal responsibility, and awareness are fundamental to all our Library functions, collections, services, and initiatives. EPL enriches life in Elmhurst for all by providing opportunities to connect, create, and explore.


EPL is committed to being an accessible and inclusive workplace that recognizes the importance of equity and diversity. Please let us know if accommodations are needed.

Employment Opportunities at EPL

When available, current Library employment opportunities will be listed below. Click on the position to be directed to the full job posting and job application.

Wellbeing Benefits for All Employees

Benefit Information by Job Type

  • Full-time Staff

    • Health - Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), Preferred Provider Organization (PPO),
    • High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
    • Dental Plans Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) and Vision (VSP) 
    • Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Voluntary Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
    • Deferred Compensation Program (457b)
    • Vacation Days, Sick Time, Holidays, Personal Days
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Part-Time: Over 20 Hours

    • Paid Time Off (Sick Days, Vacation)
    • Paid Holidays
    • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
    • Deferred Compensation Program (457b)
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Employee Assistance Program

  • Part-Time: Under 20 Hours

    • Paid Time Off (Sick Days, Vacation)
    • Paid Holidays
    • Deferred Compensation Program (457b)
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Employee Assistance Program