Branch Library Technician

Jobinhalt

Bi-Weekly Hours: 65 hours bi-weekly / Days / Evenings / Weekends.(Commencing Immediately until August 2022)The purpose of this position is to provide quality public library service to the people of Prince Edward Island. The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the branch library of the PEI Public Library Service, as well as circulation services, readers’ advisory, and public programming. The incumbent is required to promote the library in the community by various outreach initiatives and maintain positive working relationships with local Town/Village councils, community groups, and Library Committees/Friends of the Library groups.Duties include: - Assisting patrons to find library materials (print and electronic) through readers’ advisory and reference interviews;- Locating materials and information for patrons by consulting various sources (i.e. materials in library, materials in other branches, electronic databases, internet resources, ILLs, etc.);- Creating engaging, in-house displays in order to promote the library’s collection;- Instructing patrons on how to use the library website, online catalogue and e-resources (i.e. downloading e-books, e-audiobooks, e-music, databases, etc);- Scheduling, preparing, promoting and/or delivering public programming for children and adults;- Liasoning and coordinating with community groups, individuals, etc. when offering partnered programming, providing meeting space, tutoring space, etc.;- Maintaining positive working relationships with local Town Council and reporting facility issues to the local Town Administrator;- Checking in and out of library materials; - Registration of new library patrons and updating patron information;- Delivering annual reports, public presentations and other public programming within the community;- Resolving issues or complaints with patrons regarding library procedures, fees, materials, etc.- Emptying book drop, renewing materials, placing holds, pulling holds, marking materials as user claims returned or missing/lost; and other duties as required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - Applicants must have completed Grade 12 or a GED, some university or library technician courses - Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.- Must have excellent interpersonal/communication. - Experience in providing quality customer services.- Excellent problem solving, critical-thinking skills.- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of basic software applications.- Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-pace work environment.- Excellent organizational and coordination skills.- Ability to lift weight up to 30 lbs and push 200 lbs book carts. Other Qualifications: - Recent library experience is viewed as an asset.- Bilingualism is an asset. Please Note: There shall be no travel costs incurred when travelling between scheduled worksites. Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.