Public Service Librarian

City of Windsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smoke-free environment

Scent-safe office

Job summary

The City of Windsor seeks a Public Service Librarian to deliver high-quality library services to residents. You will support reference, readers’ advisory, and collection development while building partnerships across the community.

The role requires an ALA-accredited MLS, at least one year in a library setting, and the ability to travel to off-site locations. Weekend work and supervision of staff may be involved.

Qualifications

• Must have an ALA accredited Masters degree in Library Science and Information Studies or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
• Minimum of one year related library experience.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations as required and a valid driver's license if using a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivery of customer services including collection development, readers’ advisory, and reference.
• Develop and maintain contacts with community organizations and provide professional advice to groups.
• Promote library services through outreach and partnerships; lead and participate in system-wide initiatives.
• Plan and deliver information literacy instruction for public and staff; train staff in reference and readers’ advisory.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Digital literacy

Education

ALA accredited Masters in Library Science

Ontario MOE equivalency

Tools

Library software

Internet databases

Job description

Why Windsor?

Forward. Together. — Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries. Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state-of-the-art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Job Title: Public Service Librarian

Job Posting Number: 2026-0347

Posting Type: Internal and External

Posting Period: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. to Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Department: Windsor Public Library

Union: C.U.P.E Local 2067

Position Status: Temporary Full-Time

Job Code: WPL014

Grade/Class: 13

Number of Positions: 1

Rate of Pay: $31.40 to $38.86 per hour

Hours of Work per Week: 35.00

Shift Work Required: Yes

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Public Service Manager, this position will be responsible for:

• assisting in the planning and delivery of customer services for all residents of the service area, including collection development, readers’ advisory, and reference.
• will actively develop and maintain contacts with community organizations and agencies and provide professional advice and assistance to community groups.
• promote library services through outreach and participation in community events, and cultivate community partnerships.
• planning, assessing, and delivering instruction and orientation programs to the public and staff, using information literacy skills in the use of resources including print and web related sources;
• training staff in the use of resources for reference and readers’ advisory;
• training staff in service-related skills, such as readers’ advisory and reference;
• planning, coordinating, and executing library programmes and book talks;
• troubleshooting for computer hardware and software issues;
• participating in and provide leadership for system-wide initiatives;
• assuming administrative responsibilities as delegated by the manager;
• assisting with programming for groups of all ages;
• for emergency situations in the absence of the manager;
• supervising non-union staff and volunteers as required;
• safety requirements such as securing the property, including locking, and the unlocking of library buildings will be a requirement of the position.
• carrying or lifting all library materials (such as books, DVD’s, equipment, etc).
• performing Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health & Safety Program.
• performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have an ALA accredited Masters degree in Library Science and Information Studies or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and a minimum of one (1) year related work experience in a library environment;
• Must have the ability to travel to off site locations in a timely manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current valid and lawful Driver’s License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills;
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills;
• Must have the ability and the flexibility to manage assignments and changing tasks within a team environment;
• Knowledge and proficiency in the use business software and library computer applications, including searches on the Internet, as well as online databases;
• Fluency in a language or languages reflecting the cultural diversity of the City of Windsor is considered an asset;
• Must be able to work on weekends

Physical Demands:

The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work.

The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Note:

• We offer a smoke-free and scent-safe office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.