Job Number:
J0825-0501
Posting Date:
September 11, 2025
Closing Date:
September 19, 2025
Job Title:
Senior Library Assistant
Branch/Department:
Black Creek
Division:
Branch Operations & Customer Experience
Employment Type:
Temporary Full Time

of Open Positions:

1
Work Schedule (Week1):
Monday: 12:00 - 8:00
Tuesday: 9:00 - 5:00
Wednesday: 12:00 - 8:00
Thursday: 9:00 - 5:00
Friday: Off
Saturday: 9:00 - 5:00
Sunday: Off
Work Schedule (Week2):
Monday: 12:00 - 8:00
Tuesday: 9:00 - 5:00
Wednesday: 12:00 - 8:00
Thursday: 9:00 - 5:00
Friday: Off
Saturday: Off
Sunday: Off
Salary:
$62,626.20 - $70,707.00/Year
Specific Position Information: The successful applicant will be required to provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check.
Expected End Date: For approximately six (6) months.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Under the direction of the designated supervisor, participates in the direction and supervision of the overall branch service programme.
• Supervises assistants and pages in the assigned areas of work. Takes responsibility for performing and/or coordinating more complex tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from a Library Technicians course from a community college or similar institution or equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience
• Understanding and appreciation of the philosophy of public service to all, in accordance with human rights legislation and the principles of equity and access in the delivery of library service
• General knowledge of the organization, services and facilities of the library system
• A sound, overall knowledge of the clerical activity, integrated library system and library procedures in the public services
• Knowledge of basic reference techniques and ability to use routine reference sources
• Proven ability to lead and to supervise staff
• Ability to plan, organize and implement assignments
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative team relationships
• Ability to relate well to patrons and to representatives of the local community
• Accuracy and speed in keyboarding
• Sufficient flexibility to move to other branches/divisions as required
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• As a member of the supervisory team, shares responsibility for the day to day service to patrons, efficient operation and orderly appearance of the branch
• Suggests new or improved work routines
• Identifies work requirements, assigns tasks and coordinates the work of clerical and Page staff to ensure that procedures are carried out as specified
• Assists in training clerical staff. Selects and trains Page staff as delegated
• Prepares schedules and time and attendance reports as required
• Provides verbal input to performance appraisals of staff
• Compiles data for statistical reports
• In the absence of the designated supervisor, takes responsibility for the branch
• Assists patrons in the use of library materials
• Supervises the work of junior staff and liaises with other branches or departments as necessary
• Plans and conducts programs suitable for people of different ages and cultural backgrounds
• Assists in maintaining up-to-date and orderly materials collection
• Selects materials for outreach services as required and performs related clerical duties
• Visits institutions to provide outreach service when necessary
• Assists in developing a community liaison
• Participates in the performance of general clerical routines, such as desk duty, filing and keyboarding
• Performs other related duties as required