Library Public Service Associate Full-time Job

Company:

The Vancouver Public Library (VPL) is the third largest public library system in Canada, with 800 staff members offering services at 21 branches across the city. VPL values a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly service. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.

Worksite:  Britannia, Renfrew

 

NOTE: This is one job posting with multiple positions; therefore, please submit one application only. In your cover letter, please refer to which schedule(s) you are interested in.

 

Job Summary: Working collaboratively within their team and system-wide, the incumbent creates a welcoming, patron-centered experience through the delivery of responsive circulation and basic information service.  Supports library programming. Understands and supports community-led approaches.  Represents the Library’s vision, mission and values by demonstrating and modeling conduct that reflects the library’s policies and procedures.

 

Job Requirements:

Education/Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by relevant courses and/or experience.

Experience:

• Experience in a customer service environment. Related experience in the provision of library services preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of library methods, procedures and tools applicable to the work.
• Working knowledge of the objectives, organization, procedures, services and resources of the Library.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Affiliation: CUPE 391
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time, Posted Part-Time
Salary: $25.93 to $30.41 per hour 
Work Schedule:

Schedule 1: Britannia - Regular Full-Time

Monday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Tuesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Wednesday: 11:40am – 8:10pm

Thursday: 9:40am – 6:10pm (EDO Week 4)

Sunday: 8:40am – 5:10pm

 

Schedule 2: Britannia - Posted Part-Time, 26.5 hours

Tuesday: 4:10pm – 8:10pm

Friday: 9:40am – 6:10pm

Saturday: 8:40am – 5:10pm

Sunday 8:40am – 5:10pm

 

Schedule 3: Britannia - Posted Part-Time, 20 hours

Monday: 3:10pm – 8:10pm

Saturday: 8:40am – 5:10pm

Sunday: 8:40am – 5:10pm

 

Schedule 4: Renfrew – Regular Full-Time

Monday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Tuesday: 11:40am – 8:10pm

Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm (EDO Week 4)

Sunday: 8:40am – 5:10pm

Note: Work schedules may change with reasonable notice

 

Closing date: Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at 11:59pm

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