Library Student

Job ID# 2024.139ST

Department: Georgina Public Library

Division: Library

Location: Sutton Branch and all branches

Status: Part Time (average of 8 hours/week)

Start date: ASAP

Number of Positions: 1

Wage/Salary: $16.20 to $17.20 per hour

Date Posted: October 18, 2024

Date Closing: November 1, 2024

Come work with us!

Employment with Georgina Public Library offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.

Position Purpose: Under supervision, shelve materials, shelf-read collections, and perform a variety of library routines as assigned and according to established procedures. For full details, please see attached job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

For full details, please see attached job description.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying the Job Title and Job ID#. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers by 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.

Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment:

Georgina Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Student

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Under supervision, shelve materials, shelf-read collections, and perform a variety of library routines as assigned and according to established procedures.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Manager, Library Customer Experience or designate

DIRECTION RECEIVED:

Receives on-the-job guidance, advice/direction and assistance from Library Assistants, Library Clerks, and/or Circulation Coordinator

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

None

WORKING PROCEDURES:

Reads shelves and adjusts books and other materials according to procedures:

Shelves books and other library materials;

Assists circulation staff with routine circulation duties when required, and once appropriately trained.

Transports books, library material and equipment around the library;

Performs general housekeeping duties as required.

Participates in the Town's Health and Safety Program and follows safety practices in work methods and procedures; observes and complies with all relevant Health & Safety regulations.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties of the position and will not be construed as a detailed job description of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

SKILL/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Upon hire, and to maintain employment, the student must be enrolled part-time or full-time at a recognized institution of learning in secondary or post-secondary school. Confirmation of enrolment must be provided upon request;

Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in order to perform all of assigned duties;

Proficiency required in spelling and grammar; and written and verbal communications;

Understanding of the library shelving system (Dewey Decimal System)

Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.