| Organization Name |
| Halton Hills Public Library |
| Job Title |
| Library Associate – Community Engagement, Youth Services |
| Job Type |
| Part Time (Permanent) |
| Location |
| Halton Hills |
| Posting Date |
| 04/27/2023 |
| Application Deadline |
| 05/07/2023 |
| Job Start Date (Expected): |
| May/June 2023 |
| Compensation |
| $32.96 per hour |
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| Job Description |
| Library Associate – Community EngagementFocus: Youth ServicesOne (1) Permanent Part-Time PositionJob Number: 202305The Town of Halton Hills proudly acknowledges that we are located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississauga of the Credit. Halton Hills, located 45 minutes from Toronto, is a unique and vibrant community with over 61,000 people and two well-established library branches. HHPL welcomes more than 250,000 visitors annually and more than 500,000 website visitors. We empower our patrons to learn, read, create, innovate, and experience at our library. We strive to remove barriers and to foster an atmosphere of learning, support, understanding, and inclusion. We employ over 35 professionally-trained library staff, who go above and beyond to provide stellar service to our patrons and deliver high-quality programs and relevant events. If this excites you, we’d love to continue the conversation.Position SummaryThe Halton Hills Public Library is seeking an energetic and innovative individual with exceptional technical skills and demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service to work as part of the Community Engagement team. Under the direction of the Youth Services Librarian, the incumbent will design and deliver youth programs including a Book Club, Writers’ Circle, and Maker and Creativity Centre programs, in addition to providing circulation assistance, reader’s advisory, and technology support to patrons of all ages at the service desk.This position works out of the Georgetown and Acton Branches and reports to the Youth Services Librarian.Position ResponsibilitiesThese responsibilities indicate the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and as the nature of library services evolve.• Plan, conduct and evaluate programs for youth that are responsive to community interests, cultural trends, and emergent technologies• Instruct the public and staff in the use of technology at the Creativity Centre, including 3D printing, Cricut, media preservation, iMovie and Adobe Creative Cloud• Provide in depth information, technology and readers’ advisory services to the public in person, by telephone, and electronically• Create social media promotions in collaboration with the Youth Services team and marketing team• Represent the library at outside events and to community organizations• Work with community organizations to develop mutually beneficial programs and partnerships• Instruct the public and staff in the use of new technologies and social media• Instruct the public and staff in the use of the catalogue and the library’s other online resources e.g. website, databases• Direct and monitor Pages and Volunteers on tasks to be completed within the department• Act as the In-Charge Person (ICP) as required• Perform other job-related dutiesQualificationsEssential• Minimum education: Library Techniques diploma (2 years college) or equivalent undergraduate degree• Equivalent of two years’ experience working in a customer service or retail position• Superb customer service skills• Excellent attention to detail• Well-developed skills in information service delivery• Well-developed programming and presentation skills• Strong knowledge of popular non-fiction, fiction and audio-visual titles• Familiarity with office software• Knowledge of an integrated library system• Able to accommodate a variable schedule• Able to organize time efficiently• Ability to interact pleasantly and courteously with the public and staff, and to promote a harmonious workplace• Strong communication skillsDesirable• An undergraduate university degree is an asset• Additional training in Library techniques or related disciplines• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and cloud storage• Previous experience with automated Library system (e.g. Sierra)• Valid driver’s license• Access to a vehicleHours: Approximately 24 hours per week. Includes weekday, evenings, and weekends in both Acton and Georgetown Branches.Salary: $32.96 per hourApplication Deadline: May 7, 2023 at 11:59 pmStart Date: May/June 2023To Apply:Qualified candidates may submit a detailed cover letter and resume in confidence to the library by May 7, 2023. Those candidates offered an interview will be required to provide the names and contact information of two references at that time.Please identify the title of the position and the job number that you are applying for in your cover letter and on the Resume Submission Portal where indicated.Please apply using only one method of application below.Online: Resumé Submission Portal: www.hhpl.ca/ResumePortal (preferred)Mail:Lori Mazza Brenton, Executive AssistantHalton Hills Public Library9 Church StreetGeorgetown, OntarioL7G 2A3RE: Library Associate – Community Engagement, Youth ServicesWe thank all those who apply, but please be advised that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.The Halton Hills Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Library’s Executive Assistant at 905-873-2681 Ext. 2523 of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. |
| Please include the public link to your posting if available |
| https://www.hhpl.ca/en/about-us/career-opportunities.aspx |
| Application Process |
| www.hhpl.ca/ResumePortal |
| Any other important information? |
| To Apply:Qualified candidates may submit a detailed cover letter and resume in confidence to the library by May 7, 2023. Those candidates offered an interview will be required to provide the names and contact information of two references at that time.Please identify the title of the position and the job number that you are applying for in your cover letter and on the Resume Submission Portal where indicated.Please apply using only one method of application below.Online: Resumé Submission Portal: www.hhpl.ca/ResumePortal (preferred)Mail:Lori Mazza Brenton, Executive AssistantHalton Hills Public Library9 Church StreetGeorgetown, OntarioL7G 2A3RE: Library Associate – Community Engagement, Youth ServicesWe thank all those who apply, but please be advised that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.The Halton Hills Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Library’s Executive Assistant at 905-873-2681 Ext. 2523 of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. |
Library Associate – Community Engagement, Youth Services
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