SRCE-26-609, SMECA, Library Technician

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Strait Regional Centre for Education invites applications for a Library Technician at St Mary’s Education Centre Academy. This CUPE Local 955 role covers circulation, inventory, cataloguing, and reference services within a school setting.

Candidates should have a library technician diploma or equivalent school experience, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Equity-friendly employer with accommodations available on request.

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.
• Experience working in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of ordering and cataloguing written materials.
• Training and/or experience in recordkeeping and filing.
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.

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 library 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
• Promotion of library materials to school staff
• Provide reference services to staff and students
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Library technician diploma

Tools

ResourceMate

Cataloguing systems

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 Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,166 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 2025-2026, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

This position falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026

Worksite: St Mary's Education Centre Academy

Work Schedule: 4 hours/day

Deadline for Applications: 09/29/2026, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 09/01/2026

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 library 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;
• - Promotion of 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 full-time position in a school setting;
• - Experience working in an educational 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 in the use of the internet;
• - Proficiency in the knowledge of library software and all relevant systems (e.g. ResourceMate).

The SRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ Community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the application process may contact our HR Department ([e-mail]), to request reasonable accommodations.

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 expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references checked prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education