Work setting

• Public library

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Issue and receive books and library materials
• Answer quick reference questions
• Assist library users in accessing basic library materials
• Reshelve books and library materials
• Provide interlibrary loans
• Maintain classified collections (shelves shift, shelf-read)
• Provide lending services and facilities for return of loaned items
• Perform routine clerical duties
• Handle and maintain library equipment (e.g., microfilm/microfiche readers, large print readers, etc.)
• Light cleaning duties
• Co-ordinate special events
• Schedule events, programs and activities

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software
• Library automated system
• Internet
• Database
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
• MS Windows

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Creativity

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available