Information Services & Adult Collections Librarian - Queen's Square (Full-Time, Permanent)

Posting #26-48

Information Services & Adult Collections Librarian

Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Queen’s Square (Onsite)

Posting Date: October 28, 2026  Posting Closing: November 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm

This is a posting for an existing vacancy.

The Information Services & Adult Collections Librarian is responsible for developing, monitoring and maintaining CPL’s Adult collections. They work closely with our vendors to curate collections and are responsible for ensuring all records are appropriately maintained in the library’s online catalogue. They collaborate across departments to ensure an inclusive, diverse adult collection and serve as a member of the public services team at CPL’s Queen’s Square location, including serving as the person in charge.

What You’ll Do

As an Information Services & Adult Collections Librarian, you will:

Responsibility for program/service delivery (internal/external), coordination of staff

• Select and purchase physical and electronic materials for the adult collections at all locations, including replacements and high demand items.
• Under the direction of the Manager, Queen’s Square, coordinates the selection, purchase and renewals of annual periodical subscriptions.
• Perform cataloguing duties
  • original cataloguing of materials where no MARC record exists.
  • conduct copy cataloguing using existing MARC records.
  • update and edit previously catalogued materials, including call number adjustments.
  • Upload and maintain catalogued records in the system.
  • Apply cataloguing standards including MARC 21, RDA, Dewey Decimal Classification (23rd edition), Library of Congress Classification, and Library of Congress Subject Headings.
  • Review and prepare metadata for records lacking key descriptive elements.
• Under the direction of the Manager, Queen’s Square, prepares and maintains automatic release plans (ARPs) for the organization’s adult collections. Monitor vendor selections to ensure they meet CPL’s collection standards and policies.
• Serve as a primary contact with vendors regarding ARP selection questions.
• In collaboration with the Manager, Queen’s Square, completes location collection management assignments as required, such as analyzing usage and the deselection and maintenance of collections.
• Answers member questions in person, by telephone or by internet:
  • General Inquiries.
  • Advanced catalogue search and use of available reference tools.
  • Advanced readers’ advisory including assisting members to find resources using the library catalogue, electronic databases and the internet and making recommendations to members regarding leisure reading, viewing and listening material.
  • Instruct members in the use of computers, maker equipment and/or software for users with all skill levels. Provides one to one technical instructional assistance to members as scheduled.
  • Registers new members and updates membership cards.
• Schedules and coordinates all exam proctoring requests from members.
• Facilitates or conducts adult programming and group tours at the location in coordination with the Manager, Community Engagement and Manager, Queen’s Square.
• Responsible for addressing the conduct of members and visitors that violates CPL’s code of conduct.

Project management (planning, producing, implementation, monitoring, reporting)

• Collect and compile adult collection usage statistics for internal use and annual reporting as required.
• Assess usage patterns and recommend and implement user experience improvement for adult collections system-wide.
• Working with the Marketing and Communications department:
  • develop, execute and maintain an adult collections engagement plan, including promotion and collecting feedback.
  • contributes to the promotion of CPL services and collections by writing content for print publications, material reviews and   website content as requested.

Staff management (incl. supervision, employee development for direct reports)

• Assists the Location Manager in the hiring and training of staff.

Other duties as required.

• Acts as Person in Charge when assigned.
• Monitors building security when scheduled.
• Covers all services desks as required.
• Participates in committee work.

What You Bring

To be qualified for and successful in the role, you should have:

Required:

• Masters’ degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or Information Studies
• Two (2) years experience in collection development, cataloguing, acquisitions, or technical services.
• Three (3) years of related work experience in a public library setting.
• Proficient knowledge of MARC21 and current cataloguing rules and standards
• Proficiency with ILS (library systems) and/or discovery services such as Sierra and Bibliocommons and data analysis tools such as Excel.
• Ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ability to connect with people of all ages and offer hands-on assistance.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to explain complex technology to non-technical users.
• Highly-organized, and able to carry out job functions with flexibility, creativity and initiative.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent multitasking skills and ability to complete responsibilities on time.
• The ability to follow detailed processes and balance multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Has an inclusive and empathetic approach and a service-oriented mindset.
• The desire to learn and apply new knowledge to perform work and provide instruction to others.
• A passion for supporting the diverse interests and needs of the Cambridge community.
• Valid G-Class Driver’s license and access to vehicle.

Preferred:

• Experience with public speaking

Why Cambridge Public Library (CPL)?

Working at Cambridge Public Library offers you the opportunity to be part of an organization that is welcoming, collaborative, and passionate about the community.

By joining our team, you’ll become part of a passionate group of professionals dedicated to enriching lives and inspiring lifelong learning.

• Competitive Benefits Package:  Your well-being is important to us. We offer health, dental, vision care, and employee & family assistance program (EFAP).
• Retirement Savings: Membership in OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, can help provide a secure and stable income in retirement, which you’ll be eligible on the first day.
• Paid Sick Time: We offer competitive paid sick time as we value your well-being.
• Reliable Work Schedules:  We understand the importance of work-life balance. Our scheduling process ensures that you’ll have a consistent schedule.
• Positive Work-Life Balance: We strive to maintain a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you have the time and energy to enjoy life outside of work.

Starting Salary: $77,561 annum (Level 10 in our salary grid).

Hours: This is a full-time permanent position, 35 hours in a weekly period.

Schedule: working various day, evening, and weekend shifts

Week 1

Monday  12:30 pm – 8:30 pm (7 hours)*

Tuesday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Wednesday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Thursday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Friday***  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Saturday**  OFF

Sunday  OFF

Week 2

Monday  12:30 pm – 8:30 pm (7 hours)*

Tuesday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Wednesday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Thursday  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Friday***  9:30 am – 5:30 pm (7 hours)*

Saturday**  OFF

Sunday  OFF

*Includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch break

** One Saturday shift every five weeks, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a 15-minute earlier start time (9:15 a.m.)

*** When scheduled to work on Saturday, you will have the previous or following Friday off.

Schedules are service-driven and as such are subject to change.

Additional Information

• Cambridge Public Library aspires to employ a staff complement that fully represents the diversity of the community we serve. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.
• Cambridge Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to accommodating individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you need any accommodations during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at hr@cambridgepl.ca.
• For more information about us, please visit our website at https://cambridgepl.ca/.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Cambridge Public Library (CPL) will communicate regarding employment opportunities via email and/or telephone. Applicants are required to maintain up-to-date contact information.  As communications may be time-sensitive, applicants are encouraged to monitor their email and voicemail regularly.  Failure to respond may be interpreted as a withdrawal of interest in the position. If it is determined that any information submitted is inaccurate, misleading, or incomplete, Cambridge Public Library (CPL) may, at its discretion, remove the application from further consideration.