Page (Sunday Worker Position)

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

Job summary

Toronto Public Library is seeking a Library Assistant to sort and shelve books and other library materials, and to shelf read. The role includes packing/unpacking, photocopying, and tidying shelves, tables and lounges, plus processing and repairing library items as needed.

The position supports equitable public service across multiple locations in Toronto, with a focus on accuracy, attention to detail, and friendly, professional interactions with patrons.

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 in an independent manner.
• Friendly and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Sort books and other library materials.
• Shelve books and other library materials.
• Shelf read.
• Packing and unpacking.
• 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.

Skills

Reading English

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Independence

Friendly manner

Public service mindset

Discrimination awareness

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.

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.

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.

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. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.