Library Technician

Reporting to the Chief Librarian, the incumbentperforms all duties, procedures and policies related to the Service Desk; maintains computers and the networks; assists with systems administration; provides detailed technical support to other library staff and with the Integrated Library System.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Performs all duties and procedures related to Children’s, Circulation and Information services
- Provides reference and reader’s advisory service
- Provides detailed technical support to other library staff and with the Integrated Library system
- Assists with systems administration
- Maintains staff and public computers and networks
- Process and catalogue library materials
- Performs all duties related to interlibrary loan procedures
- Maintains special collections
- Maintains periodical collection
- Shelves, shelf reads and shifts materials
- Open, check in and distribute daily mail
- Checking material received to invoices and processing for payment
- Unpack and sort new library materials and deliveries
- Performs clerical functions such as keyboarding, photocopy and filing
- Maintain photocopy equipment : fill paper, clean glass, change toner cartridge and toner collection bottle
- Assessing all situations in dealing with the public
- Responsible for maintaining the privacy of personal information and borrowing record of patrons in accordance with privacy legislation
- Selects and deselects materials in assigned collections as required
- Performs all opening and closing procedures for the Service Desk
- Other duties as assigned

Equipment used includes microfilm reader printer, photocopier, automated library system, calculator, fax, and other electronic devices such as ereaders, iPads and tablets.

**Education/Experience**:
Minimum two (2) years Community College diploma from a certified library technician program along with one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in library operations or equivalent. Accurate keyboarding skills of approximately 50 w.p.m.

**Conditions of Employment**:
Required to work under general supervision in a public environment requiring some periods of visual and mental concentration with frequent interruptions. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with the public. Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $29.29 per hour

Expected hours: 19 per week

**Benefits**:

- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift

Work Location: In person