LY2 Library Technician 2
Regular/full-time
Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism
Legislative Library, Information Resources
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45449
Salary(s): LY2 $55,680.00 - $65,231.00 per year
Closing Date: August 25, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Legislative Library provides non-partisan access to specialized information resources for the Legislature, government, and people of Manitoba, and ensures current and future access to Manitoba's published heritage. The Library is seeking a skilled library professional to join the government publications team as the Government Publications Library Technician.
Duties:
Reporting to the Head, Government Publications and Library Systems, the incumbent identifies, acquires, organizes, and catalogues legislative and government publications from Manitoba and other Canadian or international jurisdictions. Creates bibliographical records according to national and international library standards for the Library’s catalogue and adds publications and their metadata to the Library's Digital Collection of Manitoba government publications. Assists with reference and research services.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Good general knowledge of library operations, procedures and standards derived from a Library and Information Technology diploma program.
- Knowledge and experience working in an integrated library system.
- Knowledge and experience with MARC records and use of RDA to create, upgrade or edit catalogue records.
- Knowledge and experience working with government publications.
- Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple activities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work diplomatically and effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Ability to perform shelving and lifting duties up to 30 lbs independently.
+ Benefits
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Advertisement # 45449
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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