Cape Breton Regional Library invites INTERNAL and EXTERNAL applications for the full-time Library Assistant – Children’s programs position at James McConnell Memorial Library, Sydney.
Salary: $38,329 – $42,133 annually.
The James McConnell Library is the largest branch of the Cape Breton Regional Library, serving upwards of 400 people a day. The library is a community hub offering innovative programs and technology access, various lending services (e.g. recreational equipment, radon detectors, eBooks, books, DVDs and more), and a regular stopping place for many residents, including children and teens. We serve a diverse population of all ages and recognize the unique needs of all individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
Library events and outreach are key components of this position, so the applicant must have the skill and desire to plan and run programs onsite and in the community.
- Works collaboratively as part of a team to plan and deliver creative, engaging, and educational programs for babies, school-aged children, teens, and families, including early literacy initiatives, after-school programs, March Break, and Saturday activities.
- Group visits and community outreach.
- Serves members of the public seeking information. Providing information in-person, by telephone and through digital services.
- Provides excellent customer service to members of the public at the circulation desk using the Library’s ILS system, including, but not limited to: processing new card applications, receiving new materials, placing holds, and searching the catalogue for requested material.
- Supports patrons, in-library and remotely, in accessing and using the Library’s digital collections and website.
- Shelve and move library materials while maintaining proper order
- Assist patrons with printing, scanning, photocopying, etc.
- Assists with training new library staff who will be working at other branch sites.
Hours of work:
35 hrs/ week, including 1 or 2 evenings, includes Saturdays on a 2-month rotational basis.
Working Environment:
Working conditions include a combination of lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying books and other library materials.
Skills and Competencies Required:
- Passionate about the joys of reading, learning, discovering, and creating
- Enthusiastic and confident in reading stories and leading songs/rhymes aloud in group settings with children and caregivers
- Reports honestly and reliably, exercising sound judgement in bringing issues to the attention of a supervisor.
- Maintains a professional attitude in interactions with the public, staff, and administration.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships with the public, peers, and supervisors.
- Intermediate computer knowledge and skills required, including web browsing, Microsoft Office applications, etc.
- Brings an understanding to the work that regardless of people’s differences (sexual orientation, gender expression, cultural background, race, disability, etc.), they are all entitled to equal treatment and equal service.
- Organizes workload efficiently with attention to detail.
- Willingness and adaptability to function well in a changing work environment.
- A valid provincial driver’s licence is an asset
Education:
A university degree or college diploma is required. A combination of post-secondary education and relevant work experience will also be considered.
How to apply:
- To be considered for the position, please apply by 3:00 pm on Friday, January 16th.
- Please send your resume and cover letter detailing relevant abilities, qualifications, and experience to employment@cbrl.ca
Cape Breton Regional Library is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at employment@cbrl.ca, and we will confidentially address your needs.
We thank everyone for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.