On-Call Library Branch Assistant

County of Lambton; Plympton-Wyoming; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The County of Lambton is seeking a Branch Assistant to join Lambton County Library. You will provide front-line customer service, handle circulation duties, reference and readers' advisory services, and support programming in All Libraries locations.

The role emphasizes delivering a welcoming environment and assisting patrons with information and technology use. Ideal candidates will have a two-year college diploma, library or service experience, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Two-year college diploma or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum six months in a service-related job or library volunteer work.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Internet and library databases is preferred.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check or Police Information Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line customer service to library visitors and assist with circulation.
• Offer reference and readers' advisory services and respond to information inquiries.
• Deliver programming and coordinate events as directed.
• Prepare administrative tasks, balance petty cash and maintain records.
• Promote a welcoming library environment and assist with tech access for patrons.
• Operate the Integrated Library System (ILS) and manage library materials.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Two-year college diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Internet

Library databases

Job description

The County of Lambton is seeking a Branch Assistant to join Lambton County Library. You will provide front-line customer service, handle circulation duties, reference and readers' advisory services, and support programming in All Libraries locations.

The role emphasizes delivering a welcoming environment and assisting patrons with information and technology use. Ideal candidates will have a two-year college diploma, library or service experience, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.