Library Clerk

The Early Years Community Development Centre (EYCDC) library clerk supports a specialized ECE curriculum library located in the Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education. The library clerk offers professionalism in customer service by welcoming library users, answering quick reference questions, assisting users in accessing basic library materials.

The EYCDC library clerk keeps the collection in good order by issuing and receiving books and library materials, reshelving books and materials, maintaining classified collections, performing circulation functions, performing routine clerical duties, administering membership program, and supporting the delivery of professional learning. The EYCDC library clerk reports to Manager, Professional Development Services.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Circulation & Customer Services

Provide a welcoming and positive environment for patrons of the EYCDC Lending Library and other members of the NSCECE community

Provide guidance and assistance with borrowing materials to students and community members

Provide day-to-day circulation and membership services; respond to information requests

Check materials into and out of the library using GT SUM and Tiny Cat databases

Maintain accurate records and files

Develop and maintain reference library and curriculum materials

Check returned materials for completeness and follow up with borrowers as necessary

Clean and shelve materials properly; perform minor repairs

Provide support during children's visits from child care centres and Pre-Primary programs

Set up invitation displays and showcase materials on the weekly rotation basis

Develop, design, and distribute publications promoting excellence in early years practice and the activities of Early Years Professional Support Services team (newsletters. brochures, and social media postings)

Communicate effectively with staff and community

Professional Learning Registration

Schedule and monitor online professional learning registrations in Eventbrite and Kajabi

Support registration process ( follow up calls to confirm registration, dealing with questions, tracking, and resolving registration issues, as necessary)

Verify, produce and email professional learning certificates, handouts, etc.

Membership Services

Process new memberships, accept payments

Send out renewal notices and reminders for borrowed materials

Orient new members including NSCECE students

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma

Early Childhood Education or Library Technology education or experience

COMPETENCIES

Organizational Skills and Attention to Detail

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Understating of database management and accurate data entry

Exceptional attention to details for tasks such as scheduling events and issuing certificates

Service Orientation

Ability to create a warm and welcoming environment by greeting clients, answering phone calls and assisting Library visitors.

Build respectful and genuine relationships with key stakeholders of NSCECE including customers, faculty, staff, and students.

Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Problem solving skills and result-oriented disposition

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Ability to set goals and implement projects in a cohesive and organized manner

Ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions

Ability to set priorities and manage competing projects, issues, and initiatives

Ability to achieve goals in the time efficient manner with respect to set deadlines

Communication Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including editing and proofreading documents and texts

Ability to resolve conflicts and reach resolution in a respectful and constructive manner

Equity & Inclusion

Works in a collaborative and inclusive manner, fostering equitable experiences and a respectful environment for all staff and key stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to build, manage and maintain high-quality and productive relationships across professional and cultural differences

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with empathy, understanding and, respect of diverse and divergent perspectives and behaviours.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Work Location: In person