Assistant Branch Supervisor

County of Wellington•North Perth, ON

4d•CA$31 - CA$36•Onsite

About The Position

Wellington County is seeking an Assistant Branch Supervisor for the Palmerston Branch Library. This part-time regular position reports to the Branch Supervisor and is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Library Branch. Duties include working at the circulation desk, providing reference and reader’s advisory services, planning and delivering programs, and assisting with all other branch activities. The County is committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace and offers a generous compensation, benefits, and pension package, along with ongoing career development opportunities and a commitment to employee health and well-being.

Requirements

Two-year college diploma in library and information technician.
Minimum one year of experience or equivalent in a public library setting.
Strong computer and Internet skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills with emphasis on flexibility.
Experience planning and delivering library programmes.

Responsibilities

Plan, promote and deliver programming for children, teens, and adults, as required. Programming may include a variety of activities and services, such as story times, summer programmes, outreach to schools and seniors homes, book clubs, craft and create, and special events.
Assist library users of all ages with computer use, internet searches and locating materials in the branch.
Sign out and check in library materials, shelve returned books and keep shelves neat and organized.
Ensure the efficient circulation of library materials and follow established overdue procedures.
Assist users in the effective use of the interbranch/interlibrary loan systems.
Recommend to the Branch Supervisor the selection of various titles.
Promote library services to local residents and organizations.
Provide guidance to Page staff in the absence of the Branch Supervisor.