Library Technician

Winnipeg School Division; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Winnipeg is seeking a part-time Library Technician to oversee library operations and support student learning. Responsibilities include processing library materials, guiding students in resource usage, and collaborating with school staff. The ideal candidate will have a Library and Information Technology Diploma and a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. This position offers an ongoing opportunity within a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a Library and Information Technology Diploma.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and books weighing between 10 kg.
• Basic language skills in French, Cree, Anishinaabemowin, Spanish, etc.
• Dedication to anti-racism, equity, and diversity.
• Proven commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
• Proven ability to build collaborative cultures.

Responsibilities

• Processes and maintains all school library materials.
• Supports students in finding information and materials.
• Creates meaningful book displays and programming for the school.
• Coordinates library activities with community volunteers.

Skills

Library and Information Technology Diploma

Ability to lift and carry equipment and books

Language skills (French, Cree, etc.)

Dedication to anti-racism and equity

Understanding of Truth and Reconciliation

Ability to build collaborative cultures

Education

Library and Information Technology Diploma

Job description

Overview

MGEU This is a part-time, 10-month ongoing position in a High School (Grade 10 - 12).

Under the direction and supervision of the school principal, the Library Technician is responsible for the organization and maintenance of all aspects of the school Library Learning Commons.

Through the duties and qualifications listed below, the successful incumbent will support building cultures, environments, and practices that ensure that all students of Winnipeg School Division experience belonging, engagement and meaningful learning that will improve their life prospects and ensure they flourish in their catchment school.

Responsibilities

Library Circulation and Maintenance

• Processes all new materials for circulation.
• Shelves and maintains collection following select classification systems, chiefly DDC.
• Catalogues new items and maintains item records.
• Circulates and monitors all library items (this includes watching for overdues, repairs etc.).
• In collaboration with teaching staff, weeds the library collection.
• Performs library inventory.
• Performs interlibrary loans between schools within the division.

Instructional Support

• Supports students in finding information and materials, both in print and online through regular book exchange offered to students.
• Demonstrates use of digital databases.
• Provides Readers’ Advisory for students and staff, for example reading aloud and book talks.
• In collaboration with school staff, creates book/resource lists to support classroom learning.
• With support from divisional library services, informs staff and students of current copyright legislation.

Advocacy

• In collaboration with teaching staff, creates meaningful book displays, bulletin boards and library programing that reflect the school community.
• Serves as a liaison between the Library Learning Commons and school community (administration, staff, and students) updating them with all current information regarding new items in the library, school library trends, and school library issues.
• Coordinates library activities of community volunteers and student helpers.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a Library and Information Technology Diploma
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and books weighing between 10 kg and to climb stools/step ladders when shelving/retrieving books.
• Basic language skills in any of the following languages is an asset: French, Cree, Anishinaabemowin, Spanish, Ukrainian, Tagalog, Hebrew, Punjabi.
• Dedication to anti-racism, equity, and diversity
• Proven commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
• Proven ability to build collaborated cultures founded on integrity and collective purpose

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We thank all interested individuals, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups.

Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request.

About Winnipeg School Division

WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part-time employees in 83 locations including 78 schools, two administrative buildings, a training centre, a facilities maintenance office, and a school bus depot.

At WSD, every employee plays a vital role in helping students thrive. Together, we are guided by a shared purpose of creating learning environments rooted in equity, inclusion, and belonging. Serving nearly 32,000 students from diverse communities across Winnipeg, WSD is driven by the values of joy, love, and rigour.