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Employment

The Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library Board employs over 55 people in both full-time and part-time positions throughout both counties. Our staff comprises people from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds, including those with Masters of Library and Information Science degrees, educational programs, library technician diplomas, and more. The Board also prides itself on supporting the professional growth of its employees into other areas such as community development and technology.

During the year the Board also provides employment opportunities to youth through grants. These short term positions allow young people to enhance their skills, create meaningful community projects, and work in rural areas.

 

The Pictou-Antigonish Library Board invites applications for the following position:

  • Branch Assistant (Part-Time) - Antigonish Library


Branch Assistant (Antigonish)

Job Ad & Description [PDF]

Type of Position: Part-time, Permanent

Wage: $15.30 /hour

Location: The People's Place: Antigonish Town & County Library

Hours: This position follows a 2-week schedule.

Week 1

  • Monday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
  • Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Sunday: 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Week 2

  • Wednesday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
  • Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Friday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Sunday: 12:30pm - 4:30pm

 

Summary

Under the supervision of the Branch Assistant-in-Charge, the Branch Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to citizens in accessing all library materials, services, and programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • As a first point of contact, provides welcoming orientation and guidance to all those wishing to access regional library materials, services, and programs.
  • While interacting with the public, promotes library materials, services, and programs to all citizens.
  • Provides efficient library service, including reader advisory, reference, referral, circulation, assistance with downloading eBooks and audiobooks, and general public assistance.
  • Assists with clerical procedures such as shelving, shelf reading, and ensuring the efficient operation of library routines.
  • May be asked to assist with programs including introducing and thanking guest speakers.
  • May be asked for suggestions for materials, service improvements, and programming opportunities as well as communicating any public feedback.
  • Responsible for keeping up-to-date on basic technology to be able to provide general assistance to patrons
  • To work with library partners as required.
  • Other duties as required.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a resume to:

Kristel Fleuren-Hunter

Email: kfhunter@parl.ns.ca

or in-person at the Antigonish Library

Deadline to Apply: February 16, 2025

We thank all that apply but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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