AddressDepartment of Post-Secondary Education,
Training and Labour
ASL 2
LIBRARY CLERK
Open Competition
Perth Andover
WHO WE ARE: The Perth Andover Public Library is one of 63 public libraries that make up the New Brunswick Public Library Service. The library aims to be a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can gather while they pursue their educational, social, and recreational needs.
THE POSITION: As a Library Clerk, you will work with a team to provide loan service through an automated circulation system; provide basic reference service using traditional and electronic resources; provide reader's advisory service and assist in orienting the public in the use of library services; assist patrons in the use of information technology and promote information literacy; assist in promoting the library and its services;contribute to the planning and presentation of programs for children and adults based on the library's programming schedule; assist in the delegation of tasks to volunteers, summer students and employment program personnel; assist in shipping and receiving materials; and assume other duties as assigned. You will also assist in the maintenance of collections, the shelving of materials and shelf reading.
Working with the public requires being people-focused, compassionate, and able to problem-solve in challenging situations.
Working with us will require daytime, evening, and weekend shifts (based on work schedules). Library work will involve lifting. You will report to the Library Director.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL: We are looking for people with diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
- Behavioural Competencies: Client Service Orientation; Concern for Order; Effective Interactive Communication; Teamwork and Cooperation
- Technical Competencies:Ability to use Office Technology, Software and Applications; Presentation Skills
- Language: Written and spoken competence in English is required.
- Education: High school diploma and at least one (1) year relevant experience; OR have completed a library/information study program.
Experience using email, the Internet and MS-Word is necessary.
Please ensure that your preferred language for assessment (English or French) is identified on your resume. You must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
Prior to appointment, you will be required to obtain a criminal record check for work with the vulnerable sector.
Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
SALARY: $1,419 to $1,700 bi-weekly.
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at eRecruitment by February16, 2024, indicating competition number: 23-6237-003. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Post-Secondary Education,
Training and Labour
Human Resource Services
500 Beaverbrook Court, Suite 100,
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-8231
[email protected]
We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We promote a scent-reduced environment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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