Library Assistant – Children’s Programs

Cape Breton Regional Library invites INTERNALandEXTERNALapplications for thefull-time Library Assistant – Children’s programs position at James McConnell Memorial Library, Sydney.

Salary: $38,329 – $42,133 annually.

The James McConnell Library is the largest branch of the Cape Breton Regional Library, serving upwards of 400 people a day. The library is a community hub offering innovative programs and technology access, various lending services (e.g. recreational equipment, radon detectors, eBooks, books, DVDs and more), and a regular stopping place for many residents, including children and teens. We serve a diverse population of all ages and recognize the unique needs of all individuals.

Library events and outreach are key components of this position, so the applicant must have the skill and desire to plan and run programs onsite and in the community.

• Works collaboratively as part of a team to plan and deliver creative, engaging, and educational programs for babies, school-aged children, teens, and families, including early literacy initiatives, after-school programs, March Break, and Saturday activities.
• Group visits and community outreach.
• Serves members of the public seeking information. Providing information in-person, by telephone and through digital services.
• Provides excellent customer service to members of the public at the circulation desk using the Library’s ILS system, including, but not limited to: processing new card applications, receiving new materials, placing holds, and searching the catalogue for requested material.
• Supports patrons, in-library and remotely, in accessing and using the Library’s digital collections and website.
• Shelve and move library materials while maintaining proper order
• Assist patrons with printing, scanning, photocopying, etc.
• Assists with training new library staff who will be working at other branch sites.

35 hrs/ week, including 1 or 2 evenings, includes Saturdays on a 2-month rotational basis.

Working conditions include a combination of lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying books and other library materials.

• Passionate about the joys of reading, learning, discovering, and creating
• Enthusiastic and confident in reading stories and leading songs/rhymes aloud in group settings with children and caregivers
• Reports honestly and reliably, exercising sound judgement in bringing issues to the attention of a supervisor.
• Maintains a professional attitude in interactions with the public, staff, and administration.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships with the public, peers, and supervisors.
• Intermediate computer knowledge and skills required, including web browsing, Microsoft Office applications, etc.
• Brings an understanding to the work that regardless of people’s differences (sexual orientation, gender expression, cultural background, race, disability, etc.), they are all entitled to equal treatment and equal service.
• Organizes workload efficiently with attention to detail.
• Willingness and adaptability to function well in a changing work environment.
• A valid provincial driver’s licence is an asset

A university degree or college diploma is required. A combination of post-secondary education and relevant work experience will also be considered.

• To be considered for the position, please apply by 3:00 pm on Friday, January 16 th .
• Please send your resume and cover letter detailing relevant abilities, qualifications, and experience to

Cape Breton Regional Library is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at  , and we will confidentially address your needs.

We thank everyone for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.