Who we are:
Clarington Library, Museums & Archives (CLMA) is a cornerstone of the community, partnering with other organizations to enhance cultural, educational and economic well-being. As an active connector for social interaction, learning and dialogue, CLMA fosters an accessible and welcoming environment. CLMA is a significant resource that is widely recognized and supported in the community as an innovative and progressive organization in a knowledge and information-based economy.
Our team:
Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Our team values open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. Creativity is encouraged, and diverse perspectives are celebrated to foster an environment of inclusivity and continuous improvement. We prioritize professional development, providing regular opportunities for training and skill development. With a culture that encourages both individual autonomy and collective teamwork, you'll contribute to projects and initiatives that make a positive impact on the local community.
Our Values:
- Curiosity & Ideas
- Preservation
- Innovation
- Intellectual freedom
- Community
- Respect
- Accountability
Your opportunity:
Reporting to the Manager, Collections and Resources, the Student Page role is responsible for shelving library materials, answering basic directional questions from members, and performing clerical and housekeeping tasks. Scheduling of this role will be mainly weekends and evenings, day shift schedules will accommodate school schedules. The successful applicant is expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Salary Range: $17.60 per hour
Work Location: Newcastle/Orono,
Status: Non-Affiliated, Part-Time
Schedule: Average of 24 hours bi-weekly, including evenings and weekends
Physical demands: Shelving, bending, stooping, stretching, standing, lifting, pushing/pulling book trucks and boxes of material.
Position Responsibilities:
- Shelve books and other library materials as they are returned to the library, according to appropriate classification systems.
- Reads shelves to ensure books and other items are in the correct order.
- Ensures shelves are tidy and materials are readily accessible.
- Tidies reading and study areas.
- Answers simple directional questions and directs members to appropriate staff.
- Assists with the emptying of the book drop.
- Works in compliance with safe work practices and procedures.
- Comply with all procedures and requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Safety Policies, and other applicable legislation or regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications:
- Minimum Grade 10 completion.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
- Ability to file both alphabetically and numerically.
- Ability to work with fine detail.
- Ability to communicate in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Ability to lift and carry library materials as well as push and pull carts up to 40 lbs.
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) is required prior to commencement of employment.
Application:
The Clarington Library, Museums, and Archives value diversity, equity, and inclusion within its community and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Applications will be accepted until Friday, August 7th, 2026, at 11:59pm.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Personal Information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection.
We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, throughout our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time, please contact Human Resources.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
