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SalaryRequisition ID: 40345
Company: The Vancouver Public Library (VPL) is the third largest public library system in Canada, with 800 staff members offering services at 21 branches across the city. Located in the beautiful city of Vancouver, VPL has been dedicated to meeting the lifelong learning, reading and information needs of Vancouver residents for more than 100 years. Our vision is an informed, engaged, and connected city. Our mission is a free place for everyone to discover, create and share ideas and information. Vancouver Public Library believes in recruiting and retaining a qualified workforce that reflects our community. We value a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly serve, and are committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.
The Vancouver Public Library is accepting applications for on-call staff to work as Library Service Assistant.
Job Summary: Reporting to a Circulation or Branch Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for sorting and shelving a variety of materials, maintaining order and neatness of public areas and basic preparation of books and materials. Assists in the processing, sorting of materials and with circulation desk duties. Meets established Library strategic objectives and service standards. Demonstrates and models conduct that adheres to the library’s policies and procedures in accordance with the Library’s vision, mission and values. The incumbent works in Circulation at Central or at a branch and works collaboratively within their team and system-wide to ensure service priorities are met.
Library Service Assistant is a physical role involving frequent and repetitive handling of a variety of library materials. Physical movements such as bending, reaching, lifting, squatting, gripping and pushing book trucks are involved throughout a shift.
Job Requirements:
Education/Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12
Experience:
- Experience in a customer service environment; some experience in a library setting is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Good customer service skills.
- Good working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to plan, organize and carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Ability to perform routine tasks with a high degree of physical stamina and accuracy.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with team members.
- Working knowledge of the objectives, organization, procedures, services and resources of the library sufficient to refer patrons appropriately.
Affiliation: CUPE 391
Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual
Salary: $22.12 to $25.86 per hour
Work Schedule: Applicants must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, including Saturdays and Sundays.
Note: Work schedules may change with reasonable notice.
Closing date: Thursday, January 25th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Vancouver Public Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ2S+, all genders, ethnicities, and persons with disabilities. Should you be shortlisted and require an accommodation during the selection process, please provide details to the hiring committee.
Applicants must be prepared to work at any location in the VPL system. As VPL is responsible for the well-being of its patrons, a Police Information Check clearance is a condition of employment. Please refer to our policy for further information. Personal information collected is used in accordance with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The Vancouver Public Library's COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the Library deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
