Collection Development Agent I

Geosam Capital; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Network of libraries

Job summary

The City of Laval is seeking a temporary Library Assistant for CLSDS Collection Development in Laval. You will verify orders, process documents, and use the library management system to transmit items to libraries and suppliers.

Requires a Grade 12 diploma, 3 months of relevant experience, comfort with computers, and strong French communication. The role is in-person with a 33-hour work week and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Hold a Grade 12 diploma.
• Three months of relevant experience.
• Comfort with computers.
• Enjoy dynamic work environment.
• Excellent French communication, both oral and written.
• Care about Laval citizens’ satisfaction.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Verify order accuracy and invoices and check the physical condition of documents/items.
• Use the library management system modules to transmit documents/items to libraries and/or suppliers.
• Prepare materials and perform minor repairs on documents/items.
• Verify and enter information related to collection development and inventories.
• Operate office devices and report operational anomalies as per policies.

Skills

Agility to adapt

Collaboration

Proficiency in office software

Customer orientation

Results orientation

Openness to diversity

Rigor/quality assurance

Education

Secondary school diploma (Grade 12)

Job description

STATUS: Temporary - Application Bank

JOB NUMBER: 3979

DISPLAY PERIOD: Indeterminate duration

SALARY: 20.72$ / h

SCHEDULE: 33.00 hours per week, DAY; MONDAY to THURSDAY or TUESDAY to FRIDAY - 08:15 to 17:30

WORK MODE: In-person

WORK LOCATION: CLSDS Collection Development, 480 ARMAND-FRAPPIER BLVD A/S COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LAVAL H7V 4B4

The challenges that await you

Following precise instructions, the responsible person performs various verification, shipping, and processing tasks for documents and items intended for libraries.

More specifically, you:

• Verify the accuracy of orders and invoices and check the physical condition of received documents and items;
• Use the appropriate modules of the integrated library management system to transmit documents and items to libraries and/or suppliers;
• Perform material preparation and minor repairs on documents/items;
• Verify, compile, and enter any information related to collection development and inventories;
• Use all office devices and equipment made available to you in the course of your responsibilities and report any operational anomalies according to established policies and procedures.

The ideal profile for us

• Hold a secondary school diploma (Grade 12);
• Have three (3) months of relevant experience for the position;
• Be comfortable with computers;
• Enjoy dynamic work;
• Have good communication skills in French, both oral and written;
• Care about the satisfaction of the citizens of the City of Laval;
• Be recognized for your organizational skills, attention to detail, and team spirit.

Skills

• Agility to adapt
• Collaboration
• Proficiency in office software
• Customer orientation
• Results orientation
• Openness to diversity
• Rigor/quality assurance

The benefits of being part of our team

Choosing the City of Laval means working for the third largest city in Quebec on diverse and stimulating mandates. It also means having the opportunity to grow within a human, committed team that enjoys working in a pleasant environment.

For this position, we offer competitive working conditions and social benefits:

• Work schedule that allows for work-life balance;
• Work location that is easily accessible with free parking;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• The opportunity to work among a network of libraries known for its dynamism and innovations.

The City of Laval is committed to promoting an inclusive and equitable work environment as part of its employment equity program. It recognizes and values diversity in all its forms and invites women, individuals from visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply.

If you require special accommodations to participate in the selection process, please let us know as soon as you are invited.