Eastern Counties Regional Library Job Posting

LIBRARY CLERK NEEDED @ THE ST. PETER’S LIBRARY

Are you a community-oriented person with a love for books? Come join our team!

We are looking for a reliable individual with an ability to work independently to join the St. Peter’s Library in a permanent part-time positon.

Duties to include (but not limited to): 

·       Responsible for the provision of community library service through the promotion of library services, the circulation of library materials and assistance in the use of library resources.

·       Responsible for maintaining the branch collection, branch records, and the branch facility on a day-to-day basis.

Requirements:

·       Minimum Nova Scotia Grade 12 or equivalent

·       Excellent computer skills and online literacy

·       Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

·       Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patrons, supervisors and fellow employees

·       Ability to make decisions without close supervision

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality

·       Ability to lift and move boxes weighting up to 20 lbs.

·       Ability to reach, bend, and lift to retrieve and shelve materials

·       A valid Nova Scotia driver’s license

Assets:

·       Library technician certificate, or other relevant post-secondary education

·       Library related experience

·       Experience working with children

This position requires working regular Saturday shifts 10AM-3PM. Additional hours of work may include evenings, and weekdays. There is a strong possibility of additional hours based on Library needs.

Posted:  Jan 2, 2018

Closing date:  Until filled

Job Classification:Library Clerk Level 1

Reports to:CEO/Chief Librarian  

Salary:  $12.33/hr

Only those applicants who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Eastern Counties Regional Library reserves the right to withdraw the competition if a suitable candidate cannot be found. Please submit a cover letter stating your qualifications and interest in the position with a resume and three work references to:

Laura Emery

Chief Librarian

Eastern Counties Regional Library

P. O. Bag 2500, Mulgrave, NS   B0E 2G0 FAX:  747-2500

Email:  lemery@nsme.library.ns.ca

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