Student, Library Page
Job Number: 2719
Job Type: Student
Temp Contract Length:
Location: 65 Arthur St S - Elmira Library
Job Category: Administration
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Region of Waterloo Library Branches
Division: Planning, Development and Legislative Services
Hours of Work: Average 6 hours per week
Union: OTHER
Grade: Student Minimum Wage
Salary Range: $16.20 - $17.20 per hour
About Us!
The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:
- Taking only what we need
- Leaving some for others
- Keeping the dish clean
This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity.
Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051.
Guided by our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization. Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.
The Role
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Library Branch Services, or designate, performs a variety of tasks related to basic circulation functions and keeping the library collections in order.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Shelves library materials ensuring accuracy in accordance with the Dewey Decimal Classification System and other library shelving systems.
- Circulates library material (e.g., books, periodicals, audio/visual material) in and out of the library; reserves materials; registers library members; receives fines and other charges using circulation software. Contacts library members to notify them of reserves or overdue materials.
- Checks in, receives, cleans, and makes minor repairs to library materials. Notifies supervisor of worn or damaged materials.
- Assists other library staff int the preparation of displays, programs, and special events (e.g., book sales, author visits).
- Under the direction of supervisor, assists library members to find answers to information requests or library materials using both print and digital library resources.
- Requests material not available in branch and fills requests from other branches. Assists members and the public with library technology (e.g., library catalogue, ebooks, eaudiobooks); assists with basic troubleshooting on devices which use library technologies.
- Works in a standard library setting or Library Headquarters. Range of movement (bending, reaching) is required when shelving materials.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Additional Duties/Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be currently enrolled in school and at least 15 years of age.
- Ability to work shifts during regular library hours including evenings and weekends.
- General knowledge of library resources and library operations normally acquired through personal library use, volunteering or working in a public, school or special library.
- Proficiency in the use of computers and knowledge of current computer technology and software such as Microsoft Office, the Internet, and a variety of digital resources.
- Ability to troubleshoot personal computer hardware and software.
- Customer service skills, acquired through volunteer or work experience.
- Ability to support Library services through creativity, innovation and responsiveness to change.
- Communication skills to interact with people of all ages and backgrounds (in person, phone, email) using correct spelling and grammar.
- Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, as well as communicate clearly to library staff in verbal, written and electronic form.
- Ability to maintain and foster courteous and cooperative working relationships with library staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of library user information.
- Time management skills to prioritize tasks to meet assigned deadlines.
- Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The Region of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We actively encourage applications from diverse groups, including Black, racialized, First Nations, Métis, Inuit individuals, women, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and are committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in the workplace.
For an accommodation request, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Alternate formats of this document are available upon request. Please contact the Service First Contact Centre at phone number (519) 575-4400 to request an alternate format, or email talentmanagement@regionofwaterloo.ca.
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