60% Permanent Library Technician

The Wellington Catholic DSB is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation in the hiring process to support applicants with disabilities. Please see the job opportunities page on our website for more details. Job Posting 25-014 60% Library Technician � 10 MONTH Permanent St John Catholic Elementary School, Guelph Expected Start Date: asap 21 hours per week, 7 hours per full day between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Scheduled Days: TBD Band 3: $29.29- $33.64 per hour The Library Technician supports the operation of the library by performing duties in acquisitions, cataloging and classification, circulation, reference, audio visual, and as appropriate, technical and administrative services under the direction of the Principal. Library technicians are responsible for organizing and maintaining learning resources using a manual or automated library management system. The Library Technician will also be responsible for assisting library patrons in locating information. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: · Instruct patrons in the use of the Library Catalog and Digital Resources · Instruct patrons in research methodologies and academic honesty · Provide Digital Resource training for patrons and staff · Assist in collection development and maintenance · Gather Digital resources (such as indexes of web sites, manuals and tutorials) to support Reference functions · Prepare displays, booklists and programs to promote Library goals · Descriptive cataloging, classification, coding and processing of print and audio-visual material · Provide assistance with interlibrary loans · Assist with reference services · Produce instructional materials and maintain files · Work within the library budget; ordering all materials for the library · Incidental supervision of students as required · Assist in the preparation of document control procedures; implement and manage project document control and document management processes and systems · Ensure that all received electronic media are filed appropriately within the document management system · Develop filing error tracking system; index and maintain hardcopy information · Operate audio-visual equipment and assist in simple maintenance · Other administration duties as required REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: · Must have a Secondary School Diploma and a Community College 2 (two) year Diploma program in Library & Information Technician · Must have at least two (2) years of previous related experience · Experience in library automation software, Microsoft Office, electronic technological devices and standard AV equipment · Previous experience in a secondary school library setting would be an asset · Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with individuals at all levels of the Board · Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills · Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills · Ability to create and develop promotional materials · Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a professional team · Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail · Excellent research skills · Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills · Critical and logical thinking, analysis and/or reasoning Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply. POSTING DATE: WEDNESDAY January 15, 2025 CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY January 21, 2025, at 4:00pm Applications received after this date will be reviewed only as needed until the position is filled. Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment. Please note that the CRC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment, and in most cases must include a Vulnerable Sector Screening. While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Wellington Catholic District School Board, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes.