Assistant Branch Supervisor

Basic Function

This position reports to the Branch Supervisor and is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Library Branch. Duties include, but are not limited to, working at the circulation desk, providing reference and reader's advisory, planning and delivering programmes, and assisting with all other branch activities as required.

Principal Responsibilities

• Plan, promote and deliver programming for children, teens, and adults, as required. Programming may include a variety of activities and services, such as story times, summer programmes, outreach to schools and seniors homes, book clubs, craft and create, and special events.
• Assist library users of all ages with computer use, internet searches and locating materials in the branch.
• Sign out and check in library materials, shelve returned books and keep shelves neat and organized.
• Ensure the efficient circulation of library materials and follow established overdue procedures.
• Assist users in the effective use of the interbranch/interlibrary loan systems.
• Recommend to the Branch Supervisor the selection of various titles.
• Promote library services to local residents and organizations.
• Provide guidance to Page staff in the absence of the Branch Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year college diploma in library and information technician
• Minimum one year of experience or equivalent in a public library setting.
• Strong computer and Internet skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with emphasis on flexibility.
• Experience planning and delivering library programmes.