Children's Librarian I
3 months ago
**Requisition ID**:42349
**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**: Children’s & Teen Services, nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch
**Job Summary**: Reporting to the Branch Head or Assistant Manager, the incumbent provides service to the public, meeting established Library strategic objectives and service standards. Demonstrates and models conduct that adheres to the library’s policies and procedures in accordance with the Library’s vision, mission and values. The incumbent is a professional member of the Children’s and Teen Services team who works collaboratively within the teams and system-wide to ensure service priorities are met..
**Job Requirements**:
**Education/Qualifications**:
- Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited library school.
**Experience**:
- Experience in the provision of library services including programming, information services, working with the community and collection management.
- Experience in providing library services for children (early years and/or middle years) or a relevant combination of training and experience.
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**:
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of librarianship
- Working knowledge of the objectives, organization, procedures, services and resources of the library
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to plan, organize and carry out assigned duties and responsibilities with mínimal supervision
- Ability to meet the public, promote interest in library services, assists library patrons, and interpret and explain library policies and regulations
- Ability to provide advice and direction to non-professional staff engaged in library clerical duties
**Affiliation**: CUPE 391
**Employment Type**: Regular Full-Time
**Salary**: $38.75 to $45.62 per hour
**Work Schedule**:
**Schedule 1 Floating Children’s Librarian*, Children’s & Teen Services**
Weeks 1 + 2: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Week 3: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Week 4: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday EDO
**Schedule 2 Floating Children’s Librarian*, Children’s & Teen Services**
Weeks 1 + 4: Monday - Wednesday, Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Week 2: Monday - Wednesday, Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Week 3: Monday - Wednesday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday EDO
**Schedule 3: Children’s Librarian, **nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch**
Monday: 12:40pm - 9:10pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Wednesday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday: OFF Week 3, EDO Week 4
Saturday (Week 3): 8:40am - 5:10pm
*Note:_ Schedules One and Two are headquartered at our Central Library, but will also be deployed to a variety of branches as the need arises._
Work schedules may change with reasonable notice
**Closing date: Thursday, September 19th, 2024 at 11:59pm**
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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