We’re looking for a part-time Library Assistant-Information Services who is knowledgeable about local history and possesses strong research skills. This position will usually be assigned two shifts per week for a total of 13 hours; additional hours will be scheduled as needed. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and Saturdays. The starting hourly rate is $25.23 (Band D: $25.23-$29.34).
Responsibilities:
· Maintains and expands the Smiths Falls Digital Archive
· Assists library users in genealogical and local history research
· Responsible for coordination and cataloguing of the library’s CELA resources
· Prepares monthly reports and statistics for the Chief Executive Officer
· Assists customers with technological questions and reference and readers’ advisory questions when assigned to work at the service desk
· Performs other duties as required
Skills and Qualifications:
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Creativity, flexibility, dependability
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively
· Ability to learn new skills quickly
· Relevant post-secondary education with a Library Technician diploma preferred
· Library experience is an asset
· A satisfactory criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening will be required
To apply:
Please email a cover letter and resume to Amanda Foster, CEO/Chief Librarian (afoster@smithsfallslibrary.ca) by March 18, 2025.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.23-$29.34 per hour
Expected hours: 13 – 26 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-03-18
Expected start date: 2025-04-0

Please refer the Job description for details