LIBRARY TECHNICIAN Sechelt , BC

Description

LIBRARY TECHNICIAN

JOB OVERVIEW

  • Primary Function
    • Facilitates refrence requests in accordance with the professional values and ethics of library service
    • Facilitates circulation services and information requests in accordance with the professional values and ethics of library service
    • Catalogues and processes new library materials
    • Oversees accessibility services (hardware/software/collections/external liasons)
    • Collection development and aquisition for KOBO collection.
  • Secondary Function
    • Acts as backup for training of circulation staff
    • Creates marketing content for brochures related to accessibility
    • Oversees the final packaging and deliveries to the Pender Harbour Reading Center
    • Recognizing the need for teamwork in a small library setting, the incumbent in this position may perform work in other positions as needed when volume of work requires or during absences of the regular incumbent in those duties
    • Other duties as assigned.

Reports To

  • Chief Librarian / Directior, Sechelt Public Library

Position Type

  • Permanent Part Time

Hours of Work, Wage and Benefits

  • 28 Hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday)
  • 2024 Wage: $31.46 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Reference
    • Provides reference services in person, over the phone, or through email
  • Circulation
    • Provides general circulation services in person, over the phone, or through email
  • Cataloguing
    • Catalogues and processes all new library materials
  • Marketing
    • Creates and updates marketing brochure content relating to the libraries adaptive and assistive technology as well as the Pender Harbour Reading Center Delivery Service
  • Accessibility
    • Provides community outreach relating to the adaptive and assistive technologies available at the library
    • Promotes and assists patrons in the use of accessible technology hardware and software
    • Liaises with organizations such as CELA, NNELS, and CNIB regarding collections, new technology available and troubleshooting
    • Sources appropriate alternative assistive technology formats from a variety of sources
    • Manage and oversee the process of brailling the library's audiobook collection
  • Collection development
    • Collection development for KOBO and processes all new library material
  • Other
    • Other duties as assigned in conjunction with Chief Librarian/Director

Qualifications

  • Post Secondary college diploma in Library and Information Technology, or equivalent
  • 1-2 years practical experience working in information services in a library enviroment
  • Experience in cataloguing functions

Required Skills

  • Ability to communicate with the public effectively and work harmoniously with all staff
  • Dedication to providing excellent customer service to a diverse community
  • Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to problem solve and work independently
  • Learning mindset
  • Computer Literacy
  • Excellent reference, interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Compelling presentation and public speaking skills
  • Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrates patience and empathy for learners and practices active listening
  • Ability to teach / educate effectively to all levels of technicial ability and to all ages
  • Ability to work effectively with community groups
  • Advanced understanding of assistive and adaptive technology available

Union Certification

  • Employees of the Sechelt Public Library are required to join C.U.P.E Local 391. The Collective Agreement specifies terms of employment, including wates and benefits. Under C.U.P.E., employment opportunities are offered internally first.

Working Conditions

  • Some evening and weekends required

Job Description Approved

  • March 14, 2022

Job Description Last Reviewed

  • March 14, 2022

Application Information

  • Applicants should apply to Leianne Emery, Director of Sechelt Public Library, by Monday November 25, 2024 at 10:00AM. Applications may be made in person, via mail at the address below, or via email at:
  • leianne.emery@secheltlibrary.ca

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contaced.

Sechelt Public Library

5797 Cowrie Street, PO Box 2104, Sechelt, BC, V0N 3A0

604-885-3260

https://sechelt.bc.libraries.coop

Compensation

$31.46

Closes: 25 November, 2024

Sechelt Public Library
Sechelt , BC