CC#25-02-238 Librarian - Advocate District

Government of Nova Scotia; Advocate Harbour; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Librarian for a part-time position at Advocate District School. This role entails organizing and managing the school library, with a focus on fostering a supportive learning environment for students and staff. Applicants are required to have a Master of Library and Information Studies. Additional skills in communication and teamwork will be beneficial in this role.

Qualifications

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution is required.
• Experience working with children and/or young adults is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and the ability to lead a team are essential.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, and manage the School Library within designated schools.
• Model strategies for locating and evaluating information for students and staff.
• Create a functioning learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS)

Job description

Competition #: CC#25-02-238

Position: Librarian

Union: NSGEU

Family of Schools: Chignecto

Location(s): Advocate District School

Hours Per Day: 6.25

Hours Per Week: 6.25

School Hours: 8:30am-2:30pm

Assignment Hours: 8:00am-3:00pm

Days: Fri

Status: Regular Part-time

Percentage: 10%

Months: 10

Salary: In accordance with the NSGEU collective Agreement

Post Date: Monday, July 14, 2025

Close Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

End Date: June 30, 2026

Introduction

Reporting to the School Principal(s), the Librarian will be responsible for organizing, planning, and managing the School Library within designated schools.

A job description is available on the website.

Minimum Requirements

• Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution.

In the event that there are no fully qualified candidates, the position may be filled on a term basis with the candidate who, in the Employer's opinion, comes closest to meeting the minimum qualifications.

Additional Assets

• Experience and enthusiasm working with children and/or young adults
• Knowledge of literature for children and/or young adults
• Ability to apply in-depth subject knowledge acquired at the undergraduate level of education
• Ability to model for students and staff strategies for locating, assessing, and evaluating information within and beyond the school library
• Vision and demonstrated ability to create a functioning learning environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective interaction with all staff and students
• Ability to effectively lead a team as well as work as a team player and provide support as required
• Performing multi-tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to work independently in a position of trust

Closing Notes

Day of the week can be adjusted based upon successful applicant's availability.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment in accordance with CCRCE policies and procedures.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at [e-mail] or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations.