Employment Opportunities
Circulation Assistant
Permanent, Part-Time (hours/week will fluctuate)
Located within the progressive, four-season community of The Blue Mountains, The Blue Mountains Public Library is an information hub for residents and visitors alike, providing learning opportunities in a variety of mediums. We strive to continuously offer new, progressive materials and services to meet our users’ ever-changing needs.
Position Overview
- Reporting directly to the Manager of Public Services, the successful candidate will provide direct service to Library patrons and program delivery as required consistent with the policies, practices and procedures of the Library. This position has some specialized tasks that may include collection development, marketing, technical support and social media.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Two years’ experience in a public library or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Computer skills and working knowledge to include: Microsoft Office.
- Customer service skills and experience are assets.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and graphic design principles are assets.
Information for Interested Candidates:
- Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Cindy Weir, Interim CEO, Blue Mountains Public Library at cweir@thebluemountains.ca
- Download a detailed job description (PDF, 53KB).
- The submission deadline for applications is 4:30 PM on Thursday, August 31, 2017.
- Hourly Rate: $18.38- $22.57 (2017 Rate)
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Student Page - L.E. Shore Memorial Library
Permanent, Part-Time (Hours vary. Includes weekends and Tuesday/Thursday evenings)
Located within the progressive, four-season community of The Blue Mountains, The Blue Mountains Public Library is an information hub for residents and visitors alike, providing learning opportunities in a variety of mediums. We strive to continuously offer new, progressive materials and services to meet our users’ ever-changing needs.
Position Overview
- Help keep the library collection in good order making it easier for staff and patrons to find the information they require.
- Shelve new and returning library materials
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Currently enrolled in high school (homeschool students will also be considered)
- Must be over the age of 14 years
- Must be accurate, detail oriented, and possess good organizational skills
- Experience in public library work or any equivalent combination of experience and training is desirable
Information for Interested Candidates:
- Please email resume and cover letter to libraryinfo@thebluemountains.ca or drop off at the L.E. Shore Memorial Library at 173 Bruce Street South, Thornbury.
- The submission deadline for applications is 4:30pm on Friday, July 7, 2017
- Hourly Rate: Student Minimum Wage $10.70/hr (increasing to $10.90/hr after Oct 1, 2017)
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) please advise the Library to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.