Collection Assistant, Library (Part-Time)

Job Description

Are you a student looking for a part-time job? Why not consider working for the Collingwood Public Library! Working for the Library can be a fun and rewarding experience with opportunities to grow both personally and professionally, gaining valuable skills and work experience.

Library Collection Assistants shelve books/materials and perform shelf reading to maintain the order and neatness of collections housed on library shelves, keeping shelves in good order, and making it easier for staff and patrons to find and use materials. The main duties and responsibilities of the position are in the areas of shelving, shelf reading, collection maintenance, and customer service support.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Completion of a minimum of one (1) year of secondary education.
One (1) month of related experience in customer service and library shelving.
Detail oriented with the ability to read and alphabetize library materials according to established library procedures (Dewey Decimal and other library filing systems).
Good administrative, communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, and public relations skills, together with the ability to use tact and discretion and to deal courteously and effectively with the public and fellow staff members.
Ability to multi-task, cope with interruptions and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, exercise discretion and good judgment particularly when handling highly confidential/sensitive information. Possess initiative and integrity.
Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications and office equipment.
Possess a current Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with results satisfactory to the employer, and a valid standard first aid & CPR/AED Level C certification (or willing to obtain).