Librarian (RPT)

18 hours ago

Port Moody BC VH C, Canada City of Port Moody Full time $44,800 - $56,000 per year

Job Number:

J

Job Title:

Librarian (RPT)

Job Type:

Regular Part-Time

Date Posted:

November 13, 2025

Closing Date:

November 21, 2025

Job Category:

Library

Branch/Location Office:

Library

City:

Port Moody

Province / State:

British Columbia

Salary Range:

$ $44.48

The Port Moody Public Library is seeking a creative and energetic Auxiliary Librarian with a passion for customer service. Reporting to the Digital & Information Services Coordinator, the position provides reader's advisory, reference and tech help services for all ages. This position may also assist with children and teen programming.

Duties and responsibilities may include: working at the library's information (reference) desk; providing one on one instruction; assisting with programs; collection merchandizing, maintenance and development; and special project work.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be able to independently oversee the information desk for our busy Sunday shift.

The hours for this position are Sundays from 12-5pm.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Library & Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA accredited program plus two years of job related experience, including experience working in a public library setting
  • Knowledge of adult and children's literature and reference resources.
  • Knowledge of library information technology as it applies to public libraries in general,
  • Ability to instruct/assist the public with using a variety of computer applications and devices (e.g. computers, laptops, tablets), and with accessing library resources such as eBooks.
  • Ability to provide training in one-on-one and group settings.
  • Ability to plan and present library programs for various age groups.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills including the ability to deal with challenging patrons.
  • Ability to manage projects and to handle multiple and competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and to work collaboratively with others to improve services in a dynamic, collegial team environment.

Please note that employment with the Port Moody Public Library is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory criminal records search.