SRCE-25-570, FMEC, Library Technician

Government of Nova Scotia; Louisdale; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Strait Regional Centre for Education is seeking a Library Technician to manage library operations and support educational environments. This role involves maintaining library circulation systems, organizing materials, and providing reference services in schools. Applicants should have formal training and relevant experience, along with strong interpersonal and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a library technician diploma or 2 years experience.
• Knowledge of ordering and cataloguing materials.
• Experience in educational settings desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintain circulation system and library materials.
• Provide reference services and promote library resources.
• Keep financial records and manage library funds.

Skills

Excellent time management

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping

Computer skills

Library software proficiency

Education

Library technician information technology diploma

Tools

ResourceMate

Job description

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement, senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success. The SRCE, supported by approximately 1,050 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable, and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing, and successful lifelong learners.” In 2023-2024, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,954 students; and approximately 369 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the SRCE’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond, covering an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometers with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

The Library Technician position falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and benefits information can be accessed via this link: CUPE Collective Agreement 2023-24.indd (srce.ca)

Work Schedule: 5 hours/day every 2nd day in a 2-week rotation.

Deadline for Applications: 07/11/2025, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 09/02/2025.

Position: Library Technician

Responsibilities:

• Maintain circulation system, including borrowing records, re-shelving, overdue notices, etc.
• Maintain inventory of library materials (shelf list and catalogue, or computerized database where applicable).
• Maintain and post schedule for library use.
• Classify new library materials, and maintain existing collection.
• Catalogue new library materials, and maintain existing library catalogue.
• Organize and maintain vertical files as needed.
• Organize and maintain periodical collection.
• Maintain and circulate audiovisual hardware and software.
• Order, with permission of the principal, the necessary print and non-print materials for the library collection and supplies required to maintain library operations.
• Perform regular annual inventory of library resources.
• Weed, as required, materials and equipment from the library collection.
• Keep financial records and account for any library funds.
• Promote library materials to school staff.
• Provide reference services to staff and students.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a library technician information technology diploma program, or a minimum of two years of recent training and experience as a Library Technician in a school setting.
• Knowledge of ordering and cataloguing written materials.
• Training and/or experience in recordkeeping and filing.
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision.
• Excellent computer skills related to word processing, recordkeeping, and internet use.
• Proficiency in library software and relevant systems (e.g., ResourceMate).
• Experience working in an educational setting.

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your interest in employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. References will be checked prior to interviews. Candidates can check their application status in SuccessFactors under My Applications.

All employees must provide a current (within last 3 months), clear Criminal Record Check - Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment.