Applications are invited for the position of Public Services Assistant at Thorold Public Library.
Reporting to the CEO/Chief Librarian, the incumbent performs all duties, procedures and policies related to circulation and information services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs reference and reader’s advisory service
- Performs all duties and procedures related to Children’s, Circulation and Information services
- Inputs data and operates Integrated Library System (ILS)
- Shelves, shelf-reads and shifts materials
- Opens, check ins and distributes daily mail
- Processes library materials and adds holdings
- Performs all duties related to interlibrary loan procedures
- Maintains photocopy equipment: fills paper, cleans glass, changes toner cartridge and toner collection bottle
- Performs clerical functions such as keyboarding, photocopying and filing
- Unpacks and sorts new library materials and deliveries
- Assesses all situations in dealing with the public
- Performs all opening and closing procedures for the Service Desk
- Responsible for maintaining the privacy of personal information and borrowing record of patrons in accordance with privacy legislation
- Other duties as assigned
Equipment used includes microfilm reader, printer, photocopier, debit machine, Integrated Library System (ILS), calculator, laminator, and electronic devices such as ereaders, iPads and tablets.
Education/Experience:
Minimum Secondary School diploma along with a minimum of three (3) months experience in library operations or equivalent. Accurate keyboarding skills of approximately 50 w.p.m.
Conditions of Employment:
Required to work under general supervision in a public environment involving some periods of visual and mental concentration with frequent interruptions. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with the public. Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.
Job Location: Thorold Public Library, 14 Ormond Street North, Thorold
Rate of Pay: $26.02 (Band 1) (2024 Rate)
Hours of Work: Hours of work are scheduled on an irregular basis with a guarantee of six (6) hours per week, includes evenings and weekends
Classification: Union
Expected Commencement: As soon as possible
Posting Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Interview Dates: Planned the week of September 1st
Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume and cover letter to the Interim CEO/Chief Librarian, Cindy Weir, via [email protected].
Please quote Job ID#2026-02 on your Cover Letter and Email Subject Line. This position is open until Tuesday August 29, 2026 at 5:00 pm .
Thank you for your interest, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Library will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Chief Librarian of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes.
Pay: $26.02 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
