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SalarySummer Reading Club Assistant
(Posting #2024.52S)
Department: Georgina Public Library
Location: Various Branches
Status: Seasonal (May 6, 2024 – August 23, 2024)
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1 – 2
Hourly Wage: $18.00 per hour
Date Posted: March 4, 2024
Date Closing: March 18, 2024
Come work with us!
Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.
Position Purpose
To assist in the promotion and delivery of the Summer Reading Club program for children up to 12 years old and teenagers 13-18 years old.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Graduate or equivalent;
- Experience working with children in an informal education and/or recreation setting;
- Familiarity with a library, cultural institution, or not-for-profit organization is considered an asset, as is a background in summer camps;
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check, deemed as satisfactory by Georgina Public Library;
- A valid driver’s licence or access to transportation in order to commute to various locations for program delivery on a regular basis.
- Applicants falling between ages of 15 years and 30 years are preferred in order to meet the Youth Eligibility Requirements for the Canada Summer Jobs Grant;
- For full details, please see attached job description.
How to apply
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying the Job Title and Job ID#. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.
Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment
The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Summer Reading Club Assistant
Position #: ST12
Employee Group: Student
Department: Georgina Public Library
Reports To: Manager, Library Community Engagement
Position Summary
To assist in the promotion and delivery of the Summer Reading Club program for children up to 12 years old and teenagers 13-18 years old.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Manager, Library Community Engagement or designate, this position:
- Assists in the preparation, presentation, and implementation of programs and physical materials for the Summer Reading Club;
- Assists children with their book reporting;
- Creates digital and print promotional materials that feature themes being presented;
- Maintains statistical records and writes a final report for the Summer Reading Club;
- Participates in the Town’s Health and Safety Program and follows safety practices in work methods and procedures; observes, and complies with all relevant Health & Safety regulations.
The foregoing is intended to outline the general description of the duties and responsibilities for this position. It is not intended nor should it be interpreted as a complete description. The Town of Georgina reserves the right to amend this position description at any time provided that such change does not represent a substantive change in the purpose or essential nature of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- High School Graduate or equivalent;
Experience:
- Experience working with children in an informal education and/or recreation setting;
- Familiarity with a library, cultural institution, or not-for-profit organization is considered an asset, as is a background in summer camps;
- Experience with video editing, maintaining a YouTube account, and appearing on video is considered an asset.
Knowledge:
- Friendly and positive nature, able to communicate well with children of all ages and their care-givers;
- Ability to work well independently and with others;
- Some knowledge of children’s books, early childhood development, and/or current children’s interests;
- Skilled in preparing posters, displays, and other promotional material in physical and digital forms;
- Creativity and on-the-fly problem-solving;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office software, social media, mobile apps, and internet searching;
- Demonstrated interest in learning new technology and software.
Required:
- Applicants must be between ages of 15 years and 30 years in order to meet the Youth Eligibility Requirements for the Canada Summer Jobs Grant;
- A flexible schedule including the ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays;
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check, deemed as satisfactory by Georgina Public Library;
- A valid driver’s licence or access to transportation in order to commute to various locations for program delivery on a regular basis.
