Library Assistant III

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time
Library Assistant IIIRequisition ID: 42159

Company: The Vancouver Public Library (VPL) is the third largest public library system in Canada, with 800 staff members offering services at 21 branches across the city. VPL values a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly service. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.

Worksite: Central Library - Circulation

Job Summary: Reporting to the Head Supervisor, Circulation Services, the incumbent provides clerical support to the Circulation team and provides direction and first level supervision to LA II and LSA staff in the absence of a direct supervisor. The Library Assistant III supports the day to day operation of the Circulation Services department at the Central Library while adhering to the Library's policies and procedures in accordance with the Library's vision, mission and values.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must possess the Education/Qualifications and Experience listed below in order to be deemed as meeting minimum qualifications. Please ensure these minimum qualifications are clearly listed in your application. Note that this does not guarantee being shortlisted.

For Library Assistant III, "considerable related library experience" equates to 1 year of library experience.

Education/Qualifications:
Completion of Twelfth grade, supplemented by relevant commercial or library technician courses.

Experience:
Considerable related library experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Working knowledge of the objectives, organization, procedures, services and resources of the Library.Ability to provide direction and first level supervision to a clerical staff team; good team-building and leadership skills.Proficiency with integrated library software, and other software related to the work, such as Excel.Ability to learn new technologies, applications & software, processes and skills.Ability to assess procedures, implement new or revised work methods and procedures, and to make decisions in light of established precedents.Strong commitment to serving clients; open, pragmatic and responsive to clients and community.Innovative and flexible in a rapidly changing library environment with the ability to assist staff to participate in and be open to change.Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as analytical and problem solving skills.Affiliation: CUPE 391
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Salary: $27.04 to $31.66 per hour
Work Schedule:
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm (EDO Week 2 Thursdays)
Sunday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Note: Work schedules may change with reasonable notice

Closing date: Monday, August 26th, 2024 at 11:59pm

While the Library thanks you in advance, only those candidates being considered will be contacted.

Vancouver Public Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ2S+, all genders, ethnicities, and persons with disabilities. Should you be shortlisted and require an accommodation during the selection process, please provide details to the hiring committee.

Applicants must be prepared to work at any location in the VPL system. As VPL is responsible for the well-being of its patrons, a Police Information Check clearance is a condition of employment. Please refer to our policy for further information. Personal information collected is used in accordance with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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