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Branch Librarian

Branch Librarian
Laurentian Hills Public Library, Chalk River Branch
Location: Chalk River, Ontario
Posted: November 25th 2024
Description:
The Town of Laurentian Hills supports two rural library branches in Renfrew County, serving a population of approximately 2,960. The two library branches act as social interaction points as well as resource centres in the community.

 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Branch Librarian in the Chalk River Library. This position is 20 hours per week and includes evening and weekends.

The Branch Librarian reports to the CEO and has the following responsibilities:

  • General responsibilities over the operations of the branch library
  • Dealing personally with the daily tasks necessary to run the library
  • Managing circulation, cataloguing, selection (i.e. books, DVD’s, etc.)
  • Handling patron inquiries on programs, branch operations and more
  • Providing outreach
  • Overseeing volunteer helpers
Qualifications
  • The preferred candidate will hold formal library education such as a library technician diploma; Excel certification from the Ontario Library Service, or equivalent post-secondary qualifications.
  • The candidate should also have experience in a public library setting
  • Knowledge of current computer applications
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Please submit your resume by November 29, 2024 by email.

 

Thank you for your interest in the Laurentian Hills Public Library, Chalk River branch. Those candidates we feel are best-suited to the position will be contacted for an interview.
Contact Information
Maureen Bakewell, CEO
Laurentian Hills Public Library, Chalk River Branch
15 Main Street,
Chalk River, Ontario

Email: library@laurentianhills.ca
Website: www.library.laurentianhills.ca
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