Part-Time Library Assistant (Temporary)

City of Port Colborne•Ottawa, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Port Colborne Public Library is looking for a temporary, part-time Library Assistant. This position will perform assigned tasks in the areas of Circulation, Collection Maintenance, Database Maintenance, Programming and Library Customer Service. When assigned to the service desk, this position is responsible for the provision of readers’ advisory, assisting library users in accessing the library’s print and electronic resources, circulation services, and a range of other desk duties. This position is responsible for reshelving the collection, providing assistance in the maintenance of collections, and assists in the provision of programs. This position may oversee the immediate operations of the library at times when there are no other full-time staff on-site.

Requirements

A two-year Community College Library Technician Diploma or combination of education, skills and experience acceptable to the Port Colborne Public Library Board.
One year of public service experience in a public library.
Experience with a variety of computer applications, electronic resources, and internet.
Demonstrated ability to work with children.
Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build beneficial relationships.
Teamwork and cooperation with co-workers and supervisor.
Proven ability to multi-task and work accurately in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned tasks in Circulation, Collection Maintenance, Database Maintenance, Programming and Library Customer Service.
Provide readers’ advisory at the service desk.
Assist library users in accessing the library’s print and electronic resources.
Perform circulation services.
Reshelve the collection.
Provide assistance in the maintenance of collections.
Assist in the provision of programs.
Oversee the immediate operations of the library at times when there are no other full-time staff on-site.