CW26-43 Casual Library Technician

School District #6 (Rocky Mountain); Invermere; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 is accepting applications for a Casual Library Technician in the Windermere Zone. Under the direction of the Administrative Officer and Librarian, the technician performs specialized library tasks including cataloguing, circulation, and reference services.

The role requires knowledge of Dewey Decimal and French language skills, with supervision of students and volunteers, budget handling, and AV support. Experience in schools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent plus a Library Technician Certificate required.
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system and Sears subject headings.
• Experience in a school setting would be an asset.
• Ability to use a computer to perform library tasks and procedures.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate to children and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality in a school setting.
• Working knowledge of the French language.
• Audiovisual training or experience would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive, catalogue and process resources in English and French.
• Maintain library collection day-to-day: carding, shelving, mending, filing, circulation.
• Maintain card catalogue in traditional or electronic format.
• Prepare and monitor overdue lists from a database.
• Manage library budget and purchase orders.
• Supervise students in the library and assist with noon-hour duties.
• Prepare displays and gather materials to support teacher-librarian role.
• Maintain AV equipment lists and provide AV maintenance.
• Maintain photo, pamphlet and vertical files.
• Provide reference services to staff and students.
• Direct and supervise parent volunteers and other staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Cataloguing

Circulation

Shelving

Overdue lists

Budgeting

Database literacy

Student supervision

Display preparation

AV maintenance

Reference services

Volunteer supervision

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Library Technician Certificate

Dewey Decimal knowledge

Sears subject headings knowledge

Tools

Database programs

Job description

Rocky Mountain School District #6 is now accepting applications for Casual Library Technician in the Windermere Zone.

Under the general direction of the school Administrative Officer and/or Librarian the Library Technician performs a variety of specialized library tasks.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Receive, catalogue and process a wide variety of resources using various cataloguing programs, in both English and French, as appropriate.
• Maintain collection on a day-to-day basis, i.e. carding, shelving, mending, filing and general circulation procedures, etc.
• Maintain the card catalogue, either in traditional or electronic format, as appropriate.
• Prepare and monitor overdue lists using a data base program.
• Maintain library budget; prepare orders for resource and other materials; maintain budget records using Data Base program; follow district procedures for receipt of goods, approval for payment and closure of purchase orders.
• Assist with supervision of students in the school library resource centre including book exchanges and noon-hour library duty as required.
• Prepare displays, gather information and materials to supplement the teacher-librarian's role in the school.
• Maintain circulation lists of audio-visual equipment and provide general Audio Visual maintenance and assistance services.
• Maintain picture, pamphlet and vertical files.
• Provide reference services to staff and students.
• Direct and supervise parent volunteers, clerical and other support staff and student assistant, as required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Desirable Training and Experience

1. Grade 12 or equivalent plus a Library Technician Certificate and experience in all aspects of library technician work.

2. Must have knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system and Sears subject headings.

3. Experience in a school setting would be an asset.

4. Ability to use a computer to perform library tasks and procedures.

5. Must be a self-starter and be able to work effectively with minimal supervision.

6. Able to work with and relate to children and professional staff.

7. Able to maintain the integrity and confidentiality needed to work in a school setting.

8. Must have a working knowledge of the French Language.

9. Audiovisual training or experience would be an asset.

Rate of Pay

$31.16/hr, as per the Collective Agreement 440

For further information, please contact Heather English, Principal, 250-342-9213.

Thank you for your interest in School District 6. Please note, only candidates moving forward in this process will be contacted for an interview.

Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 is located on the traditional unceded territories of the Ktunaxa and Secwépemc Nations. We honour the cultures, languages and First Nations people of these territories