Library Technician (On-Call) – Reference Service

The City of Côte Saint-Luc is looking for dynamic employees to join its workforce. The City prides itself on providing the highest level of services to its residents. We are looking for a vibrant and energetic Library Technician who wants to work at the Reference Desk to make a difference and improve the quality of services in Côte Saint-Luc.

Schedule:

Schedule involves an evening and/or weekend. The possibility of additional shifts to cover absences.

Key Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to reference and reader’s advisory questions while at the reference desk
• Assist patrons with location of library material
• Perform bibliographic searching
• Assist patrons with their devices and technology questions regarding the library’s digital collection
• Support patrons using the public computers in the MediaLab by giving assistance when needed.
• Aid in the creation of bibliographies, handouts and displays
• Supervise employees when needed
• Aid librarians in maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, newspapers, audiovisual and other materials including shelf reading
• Help maintain the physical appearance of the library
• Provide basic troubleshooting and assistance with library equipment including microform reader/printers, photocopiers, laptops, tablets and ereaders
• Proceed with the lending and borrowing of documents, books, etc. with other organizations and ensure their progression and follow-up

Reporting Relationships:

The candidate reports to the Reference & Reader Services Coordinator

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Requirements:

• DEC in Information and Library Technologies, or Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or currently a student in the program
• Candidates can expect to work a combination of daytime, evening, and weekend shifts
• Basic knowledge of information services technology including the ability to use them
• Internet and standard electronic reference resources.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, applications software, and interfaces.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service and teamwork skills
• Good problem-solving ability
• Excellent oral communications in both English and French
• Interest in reference and reader’s advisory services and/or technology/digital learning

To apply for this position, please upload your resume via the following link:https://cotesaintluc.pinpointhq.com/postings/3f717a89-c867-413b-826c-a021189df3a6

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Note
The masculine gender is used indiscriminately and for the sole purpose of lightening the text. The City of Côte Saint-Luc thanks you for your interest. However, priority will be given to those candidates who best meet the overall profile.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Côte Saint-Luc has an Equal Employment Opportunity Program and as such, we are committed to supporting inclusive diversity practices. We welcome applications from women, visible and ethnic minorities, Aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Please advise us of any disabilities that would require special accommodations should you be invited to an assessment process. Please be assured that we will treat this information as confidential.

Note

Please note that the City is a recognized organization under the Charter of the French Language and can use both the official language and another language.

Application Procedure:

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those under consideration. Thank you

Benefits

• Year-end closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 20% annual discount on your opus card
• Free access to the Aquatic and Community Center
• Retirement Plan
• Borrow books for free at our Public Library

About Ville de Côte Saint-Luc

The City of Côte Saint-Luc is the most populous municipality on the island of Montreal. Its sports and recreation programs, 28 parks, and modern library make it an attractive residential community in the west en

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $28.68 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends only

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)
• French (preferred)

Work Location: In person