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Casual Library Clerk
Overview
The Western Manitoba Regional Library is seeking an organized, friendly, and creative person to join our staff as a Casual Library Clerk at the Shoppers Mall location of the Brandon Public Library. Hours are offered to casual staff members when unionized staff are unable to fill the vacant hours.
Position: Casual Library Clerk
Location: Shoppers Mall location, Brandon Public Library
Compensation: $11.95 per hour
Start Date: As soon as successful candidate is available
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist patrons in accessing the collection, including placing requests for patrons, and providing assistance with eResources and electronic devices
Facilitating the circulation of library material by checking items in and out
Process registrations and renewals, process payments (fines, memberships, etc.) and assist in maintaining statistics
Notify patrons of Holds over the phone and by email
Answer public inquiries, including via telephone and email
Answer reference questions, and perform internet and catalogue searches
Create and maintain book displays
Inform patrons of library policies and practices
Interfile and shelve books and other materials
Shelf read and perform light cleaning
Other duties as required
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Good computer knowledge and proficiency, comfortable using different software
Comfortable learning about and explaining various library eResources and providing assistance to patrons
Good language skills and ability to follow directions
Strong interpersonal skills, enjoys interacting with the public
Ability to work independently and solve minor problems
Physically able to do light lifting and cleaning duties
Contact
Application process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via email to Carson Rogers, Brandon Branch Supervisor, at carson@wmrl.ca by 9:00 am on Friday, April 22.