Librarian I - Vancouver, Canada - The City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition ID:38025

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.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Information Services, the incumbent provides service to the public, meeting established Library strategic objectives and service standards.

Demonstrates and models conduct that adheres to the library's policies and procedures in accordance with the Library's vision, mission and values.

The incumbent is a professional member of the Information Services team who works collaboratively within the team and system wide to ensure service priorities are met.

Job Requirements:

Education/Qualifications/Experience:

Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited library school.
Experience in the provision of library services including programming, information services, working with the community and collection management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of librarianship
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 with mínimal supervision.
Ability to meet the public, promote interest in library services, assists library patrons, and interpret and explain library policies and regulations.
Ability to provide advice and direction to nonprofessional staff engaged in library clerical duties
Knowledge of VPL current trends and leading practices in areas of responsibility.
Strong commitment to serving clients; open, pragmatic and responsive to clients and community.
Innovative and flexible in a rapidly changing library environment with the ability to assist staff to participate in and be open to change.

Addi

Affiliation:
CUPE 391

Employment Type:
Regular Full Time

Salary:
$35.66 to $41.98 per hour

Work Schedule:

Week 1, 2, 4:

Monday: 8:45am-5pm, Tuesday: 12:15pm-8:30pm, Wednesday: 8:45am-5pm, Thursday: 8:45am-5pm, Friday: 8:45am-5pm, Day Off Week 4 Thursday

Week 3:

Monday: 8:45am-5pm, Tuesday: 12:15pm-8:30pm, Wednesday: 8:45am-5pm, Thursday: 8:45am-5pm, Saturday: 8:45am-5pm

Note:
_Work schedules may change with reasonable notice_

Closing date:

Monday, February 27th, 2023 at 11:59pm**Vancouver Public Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQ+, all genders, ethnicities, and persons with disabilities. Should you be shortlisted and require an accommodation during the selection process, please provide details to the hiring committee.