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Njoyn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Public Library (TPL) is seeking workers to sort and shelve books and other materials and to shelf read. Positions include evening shifts at multiple weeks. Applicants must be at least 14 years old and able to read English, work with numbers, and follow instructions with a friendly, courteous manner.

Salary is $19.66 per hour. TPL prioritizes accessible, barrier-free recruitment and equal opportunity, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Ability to read English.
• Understanding and appreciation of public service principles and equity.
• Ability to discriminate between numbers.
• Ability to work with fine detail and follow instructions independently.
• Friendly and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Sort books and other library materials.
• Shelve books and other library materials.
• Shelf read.
• Packing and unpacking.
• Ancillary duties including photocopying, tidying shelves, and processing materials including labeling, recovering books, cleaning and inspecting AV materials.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading English

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Independent work

Friendly and courteous

Job description

Job Summary:

A Page's job is to sort and shelve books and other library materials and to shelf read.

Hours per week and Schedule of Work (Hours and Schedule of work are subject to change in accordance with Article 19):

Position 1

Weeks 1 & 2: Mon. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Tues. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Wed. 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Position 2

Weeks 1 & 2: Tues. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Thur. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Fri. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Duties:

• Sort books and other library materials
• Shelve books and other library materials
• Shelf read
• Packing and unpacking
• Ancillary duties including photocopying of materials, straightening and tidying library shelves, tables and lounges and processing and repairing library materials including typing, taping, labelling, recovering books, cleaning and inspecting audiovisual materials and equipment
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 14 years of age
• Understanding and appreciation of the philosophy of public service to all, in accordance with human rights legislation and the principles of equity and access in the delivery of library service
• Ability to read English
• Ability to discriminate between numbers
• Ability to work with fine detailAbility to follow instructions and to carry out duties in an independent manner
• Friendly and courteous manner.

SALARY: $19.66 per hour (2026rate)

About TPL

Toronto Public Library (TPL) is North America’s busiest public library system. TPL employs approximately 2,400 staff who provide high quality library services to the people of Toronto across 100 locations.

The Toronto Public Library does not ask for a credit card, banking information, or social insurance number during the recruitment process. Do not respond to emails or requests for information about jobs at TPL that are not sent from an @tpl.ca address.

ACCOMMODATION

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Toronto Public Library (TPL) invites applications from all qualified individuals. The Library is committed to equal opportunity, diversity in the workplace, equity and reconciliation, and welcomes applications from Indigenous people, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people and women.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Toronto Public Library (TPL) will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Toronto Public Library (TPL) reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.