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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.

Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library invites applications for the following position(s):

• Branch Assistant - Pictou County Backup

Branch Assistant - Pictou County Backup

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Location: Pictou County Library branches

Hours: This position is on an on-call basis (filling in for sickness, vacation, short-term leave, etc.).

• Hours may include weekdays, evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.

Duties:

Regular library duties including circulation, shelving, various clerical duties, and helping patrons
locate materials.

• Position also requires answering reference questions, assisting patrons with computer
  questions, assisting with library programming, and other duties.
  
• A successful candidate must be comfortable working with limited supervision, and
  working alone at times.

Requirements:

• Grade 12;
• ability to work well with the public and staff;
  
• ability to work well with minimal supervision;
  
• basic computer skills;
  
• efficient work habits;
  
• good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Rate of Pay: $17.00/hour

Please send resume and cover letter no later than October 11, 2026 to:

Attn: Trecia Schell, Community Services Librarian
Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library
P.O. Box 276,
New Glasgow, NS
B2H 5E3

Or email: tschell@parl.ns.ca

We thank everyone who applies, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.