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Student, Library Page

The Regional Municipality of Waterloo
Ayr, CAN
Part-time
Entry
Onsite
CAD 16.6-17.6 hourly / hour
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Duties/Responsibilities

  • Under the direction of the Supervisor or designate, performs a variety of tasks related to basic circulation functions and keeping the library collections in order.
  • Shelves materials ensuring accuracy with the Dewey Decimal and other library shelving systems.
  • Circulates and reserves materials (e.g., books, periodicals, audio/visual material) in and out of the library.
  • Registers members and notifies them about reserves and overdue materials.
  • Receives fines and other charges using circulation software.
  • Checks in, receives, cleans, and makes minor repairs to library materials. Notifies supervisor regarding wear and damage.
  • Assists other library staff to prepare displays, programs, and events (e.g., book sales, author visits).
  • Under the supervisor’s direction, assists members to find answers to information requests and materials using print and digital library resources.
  • Requests materials not available in the branch and fills requests from other branches.
  • Assists members and the public with library technology (e.g., library catalogue, e-Books, e-Audiobooks) and assists with basic troubleshooting on devices that use library technologies.
  • Works in a standard library setting or at library headquarters.
  • Range of movement (bending, reaching) is required when shelving materials.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must be currently enrolled in school and at least 15 years of age.
  • Ability to work shifts during regular library hours including evenings and weekends.
  • General knowledge of library resources and library operations is acquired through using, volunteering in, or working in a public, school, or special library.
  • Computer skills with ability to use software such as Microsoft Office, the Internet, and digital resources.
  • Ability to troubleshoot personal computer hardware and software.
  • Communication and customer service skills to interact with people of all ages and backgrounds (in person, phone, email).
  • Ability to read and follow instructions.
  • Ability to communicate clearly using correct spelling and grammar.
  • Ability to maintain and foster courteous, cooperative relationships with other library staff.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Time management skills to meet assigned deadlines.
  • Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • To be considered for employment as a student, a person must be: registered as a full-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution, or currently recognized as having full-time status by the academic institution but applying for a school vacation, practicum or work term, or returning to full-time studies in the next academic term. Students who are in their final year of academic study and who are not intending to return to full-time studies are eligible for student employment up until the time they convocate. Students participating in education and retraining programs at the post- secondary level, though not full-time students, are eligible for related student employment opportunities, where appropriate.
  • Region of Waterloo is committed to building a workforce through fair, equitable, and accessible hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve and to promote a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
  • First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
  • members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
  • persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
  • persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
  • For questions or to request accommodations during your recruitment, onboarding or employment, please contact talentmanagement@regionofwaterloo.ca , or by calling our Service First Contact Centre at phone number (519) 575-4400. Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process: Region of Waterloo may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during the recruitment process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. AI does not make final hiring decisions. Please note: candidates will be provided an update on their application. Please check your spam or junk folder occasionally as some candidates have noticed our emails in those folders (Gmail and Hotmail in particular).

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