Description
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 53 (Okanagan Similkameen)
POSITION VACANCY - LIBRARY ASSISTANT
23 hours per week - regular
POSTING NO. C101-2024/25
Commencing as soon as possible
10 months per year on days when school is in session
LOCATION: Similkameen Elementary Secondary School
CLOSING DATE: ONGOING
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received at the School Board Office by the closing date.
WAGE: Job 111 - pay grade B per Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND Per attached job description REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Please forward application toOR fax 250-498-4070
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If applying for a position different from the one you currently hold include information to demonstrate how your skills/education/experience correspond to the job description qualifications and provide relevant documentation.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Information can be found at
Distribution: all sites (for immediate posting) and CUPE Local 523
School District No. 53 (Okanagan Similkameen) Job Description
LIBRARY ASSISTANT job number 111
Under the supervision of the principal or designate, and the guidance of the teacher librarian or classroom teacher(s), the library assistant supports the day-to-day operation of the library.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- assist students and staff in locating and selecting resources;
- sign resource material in/out and receive/receipt overdue charges;
- take inventory, place orders and receive/verify shipments and invoices;
- general clerical duties including preparing, processing, organizing, filing and maintaining library resources and school documents;
- supervise students, identify issues of concern and, depending on severity, either resolve or report to principal;
- participate in job-related training and staff development;
- communicate positively and effectively, and interact as a collaborative and consultative
- understand and act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health & Safety Manual and WorkSafeBC regulations;
- maintain confidentiality; and
- other duties as assigned.
- grade 12 including relevant computer courses;
- six months relevant office experience obtained within the last two years;
- demonstrated ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm;
- demonstrated knowledge of software including word processing and databases;
- ability to take direction from the supervisor and work as part of a team;
- effective communication skills in verbal, written and electronic format;
- strong problem-solving and organizational skills; and
- physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.
Note: Clear criminal record checks are required prior to employment with the district.
