Library Assistant
5 days ago
West Vancouver BC, Greater Vancouver Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada
Township of Muskoka Lakes
Full-time
€28 Temporary
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Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.
The West Vancouver Memorial Library is currently seeking a casual Library Assistant II to join our highly qualified team. These important team members perform a variety of clerical and public service functions in the Circulation Department.
Reporting to the Circulation Supervisor and working alongside a motivated team, the Library Assistant II position is responsible for providing assistance to the public at service desks; answering routine directional and informational questions from the public, providing basic technology assistance including printing, photocopying, online program registration, and room bookings, creating and maintaining patron accounts, processing payment transactions, sorting and shelving books and other materials into alphabetical and numerical order, and performing other related duties as required.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong computer skills and a positive orientation towards technology
the ability to interact tactfully, courteously and effectively with people of all ages and other employees, completion of Grade 12 and preferably previous experience working in a busy public library setting. Familiarity with Sierra or another ILS platform is an asset.
The off-desk portion of circulation work is physical, with staff moving books and materials throughout the day as well as operating and off-loading the automatic materials handling machine. Movements such as bending, reaching, lifting, gripping and pushing book trucks are involved throughout a shift.
Union (WVMEA) – Casual
Starting Rate of Pay: $27.79 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits
5520-26-WVMEA-CASUAL-30