Job Summary
Summer Programs and Events Assistant
(3 Positions Available)
Seasonal Contract
Posting Date: March 6, 2026
Deadline: March 27, 2026
Locations: Holland Landing Branch, 19513 Yonge Street, Holland Landing, Ontario;
Mount Albert Branch, 19300 Centre Street, Mount Albert, Ontario
Queensville Branch, 160 Jim Mortson Drive, Queensville, ontario
Vacancy Reason: Seasonal position
About East Gwillimbury Public Library
East Gwillimbury Public Library (www.egpl.ca) serves a growing community in the northern part of York Region, made up of a mix of urban areas and villages. We value creativity and pride ourselves on providing excellent customer and employee experiences with a mission to ignite our community through literacy, discovery, and connection. Branches are in the communities of Holland Landing, Mount Albert, and Queensville.
Position Summary
As part of the Library's annual TD Summer Reading Club, the Summer Programs and Events Assistant primarily plans and implements programs for children, tweens, and teens, and represents the Library at various community outreach events. They liaise with external partners, coordinate and disseminate publicity in the community, and create library marketing materials as needed. Additionally, the Assistant will help schedule, coordinate, and instruct teen volunteers for the TD Summer Reading Club and participate in special projects to further the Library's goals under the current Strategic Plan.
Qualifications
• Is currently enrolled in a recognized secondary or post-secondary educational institution. Students in Library, Teaching, or Early Education fields are preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, digital literacy, organization, and research skills.
• Prior experience working with groups of children, such as theatre or camp experience, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and seek support from other staff when needed.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a busy and changing environment.
• Travel between branches and to community outreach events will be required.
Compensation
$19.50 per hour; 12-week contract
Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday; Saturdays and evenings may be required
Position Start Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
Position End Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
Compensation
How To Apply
Please submit your application to: Hiring Manager, jobs@egpl.ca
Applications should be sent as a single PDF file including both a cover letter and resume.
PDF files should be labelled “First Name Last Name – Summer Programs and Events Assistant”.
Additional Comments
East Gwillimbury Public Library is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We support the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and have established policies, procedures, and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards of the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please notify the contact person identified in this posting.
At East Gwillimbury Public Library, we highly value talented candidates like you. We will carefully review your resume, and if your qualifications align with our needs, we will contact you to schedule an interview in the coming weeks. Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection.