Employment at OCPL
Welcome!
We are glad that you are considering a career with the Onondaga County Public Libraries. We welcome talented, creative and enthusiastic professionals who have a strong passion for customer service to join our team. OCPL employees are dedicated professionals who are committed to the principles and the mission of the library. We are devoted to each employee’s success and lifelong learning, and nurturing welcoming environment for all.
Full-Time Positions
Most of our full-time positions are subject to the civil service examination process that is administered by the Onondaga County Personnel Department.
- Exam announcements, job postings, job specifications, and applications available on the Onondaga County Personnel Dept webpage.
- We offer competitive salary and fringe benefits to our full-time employees
- Sign up for email notification of civil service exam announcements
Part-Time Positions
For part-time positions, we accept applications and/or resumes on an ongoing basis and keep them for 6 months for any upcoming vacancies.
Visit your local library for our job application.
OCPL is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
Exam Announcements
Current Openings at Central and Branch Libraries
Current Openings at Suburban Libraries
For additional suburban library openings, please contact the libraries directly.
Full-Time Positions
Onondaga County Personnel Department Employment Opportunities
Onondaga County Application for Open Competitive Examination or Employment (p-200) [PDF]
Librarian 1 examination (Training and Experience Questionnaires) is part of the continuous recruitment program. Applications will be accepted at least twice a year, around January and June. You can register to receive the exam announcement by clicking ““Register for Exam Announcements” at http://www.ongov.net/employment/jobs/. For specific questions regarding the exam, contact Onondaga County Personnel Department at 435-3537 or OCPL Personnel at 435-1805.
See OCPL's 
Public Librarianship brochure for information on a career as an OCPL librarian. For all other job titles, examination announcements have more details.
To apply for a civil service examination, send the application to Onondaga County Personnel Department.
Part-Time Positions (Continuous Recruitment)
We accept applications and/or resumes on an ongoing basis and keep them for six (6) months for any upcoming vacancies. These positions are not subject to the competitive civil service process. Due to the volume of resumes we receive, we would not be able to answer your inquiry on the status of your application. Below is the list of part-time titles in the library for which we accept applications on an ongoing basis. Please note, we do not necessarily have openings in the below listed positions, we simply accept applications for these positions continuously.
Position Titles & Descriptions
Librarian (regular part-time or substitute librarian)
Page [Preliminary Application - PDF]
Onondaga County Application for Open Competitive Examination or Employment (p-200) [PDF]
To apply, send cover letter and resume and/or application to:
Volunteer Opportunities at OCPL
OCPL is committed to serving the needs of the diverse people of Onondaga County and to fulfilling our mission of making a positive difference in every life we touch by putting the power of ideas and information to work for all. OCPL volunteers are unpaid positions, and we encourage community-minded people to serve as volunteers.
Please return the volunteer application to:
Onondaga County Public Libraries
Attn: Personnel
447 S. Salina St.
Syracuse, NY 13202
or fax to 435-8533