25OCT89 - Cataloguer -Terry James Resource Centre

Job Code: 25OCT89

Office, Clerical, Technical

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
CATALOGUER
About The Upper Grand District School Board (ugdsb)
The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. We are committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students

The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.

We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive range of total rewards designed to recognize their contributions to our shared success, including competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, professional development opportunities, and vibrant wellness programs.

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THE OPPORTUNITY
The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Terry James Resource Centre team for a
temporary full-time
opportunity in the capacity of
Cataloguer
.

Location:
Terry James Resource Centre (500 Victoria Road N., Guelph, ON)

FTE and Hours:
FTE; 35 hours per week

The Media Centre is open Monday to Thursday until 5:30 p.m. This position

works 35 hours per week with the possibility of working the occasional closing

shift

Hourly Pay Rate
:
$ $29.31 per hour, plus applicable vacation pay in accordance with the ESA; wage rate effective September 1, 2025

Start Date:
As soon as possible

End Date:
Unknown end date

Board Information:
12-month position; temporary; full-time; Office, Clerical and Technical (OCT) Union

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy

Reporting to the Supervisor, Library & Media Services, the responsibilities of the
Cataloguer
are as follows:

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain derived and original bibliographic records for library materials in both print and digital formats, including French materials, by using industry standard classification and cataloguing systems and tools (i.e. BookWhere)
• Prepare and process library materials by applying barcode labels, spine label stickers, and dust jackets
• Develop and implement centralized cataloguing policies and procedures in collaboration with the Cataloguing team, Head Cataloguer, and Supervisor of Library & Media Services
• Assist Teacher-Librarians with special Learning Commons projects (i.e. inventories, relabeling) in collaboration with the Cataloguing team and Head Cataloguer
• Perform opening/closing shift duties including locking/unlocking the door; turning equipment on/off; alarm system; ensuring the TJRC has no remaining occupants; etc.
• Support the Resource and Kit Library staff by checking in returns, shelving items, etc. when required
• Support the Media Centre staff by preparing educational materials (i.e. posters,worksheets) requested by UGDSB staff, when required
• Other duties as assigned

Experience And Qualifications

• Library and Information Technician diploma from a community college
• At least 1 year of library-related work experience, preferably in a school library setting
• At least 1 year of experience with library standard classification and cataloguing systems and tools (i.e. MARC, Dewey classifications, RDA, etc.)
• At least 1 year of experience with integrated library systems
• At least 1 year of experience with collaborative teamwork
• At least 1 year of customer service or similar work experience
• Working knowledge of French would be considered an asset

APPLICATION DETAILS
Ready to make a difference? Candidates are invited to submit their application through ,
no later than 4:00 p.m. on
January 5, 2026
.
To submit your application, click the "Apply" button at the top of the page or visit: .

Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB's for requirements.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment practices, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this job posting.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING
The UGDSB Is Committed To Building a Diverse Staff That Is Reflective Of The Community And Students We Serve. We Actively Encourage Applications From Members Of Groups Who Have Historically And/or Currently Experience Marginalization And/or Barriers To Equity, Including, But Not Limited To

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
• Persons with disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that individuals may hold overlapping identities, which shape their experiences in unique ways. We are committed to our responsibility to create and maintain inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can fully participate, thrive, and reach their potential. To learn more, please visit .

Accommodation & Accessibility
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