branch library clerk

Cumberland Public Libraries; Oxford; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Public Libraries is seeking a Library Assistant to provide essential services such as issuing library materials and assisting patrons. This role requires a secondary school graduation certificate, a criminal record check, and a client-focused attitude. Ideal candidates should possess good organizational skills and the ability to perform routine clerical duties in a varied environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
• Experience: Will train.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Issue and receive books and library materials.
• Assist library users in accessing basic library materials.
• Maintain classified collections including reshelving.

Skills

Client focus

Organized

Judgement

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Word processing software

Library automated system

Internet

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Tasks

• Issue and receive books and library materials
• Assist library users in accessing basic library materials
• Reshelve books and library materials
• Maintain classified collections (shelves shift, shelf-read)
• Provide lending services and facilities for return of loaned items
• Perform routine clerical duties

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software
• Library automated system
• Internet

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Judgement
• Organized
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?