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Toronto Public Library; Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Public Library (TPL) is North America's busiest public library system. This role involves sorting and shelving books and other library materials, shelf reading, and related duties at one of the library locations in Toronto. The position requires attention to detail, accuracy, and a friendly, service-oriented attitude.

Starting salary is $19.66 per hour (2026 rate). TPL is committed to accessible employment and equity in service; applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and

Qualifications

• Ability to read English.
• Ability to discriminate between numbers.
• Ability to work with fine detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and to carry out duties independently.
• Friendly and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Sort books and other library materials.
• Shelve books and other library materials.
• Shelf read.
• Packing and unpacking.
• Photocopying and tidying shelves and lounges; processing and repairing materials including labeling, repairing and inspecting items and equipment.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading English

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Friendly demeanor

Education

Minimum age 14

Job description

Job Summary:

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

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 detail
• Ability to follow instructions and to carry out duties in an independent manner
• Friendly and courteous manner.

Starting Salary: $19.66per 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.

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.