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About the role
Job Status: Permanent Part-Time
Union: Non-Union
Number of Positions: 1
Hours of Work: 9 hours per week
Location: Chatham Library
Reason for Vacancy: Replacement
Closing Date: August 16, 11:59pm EST. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has an opening for a permanent part-time Library Page with the Chatham-Kent Public Library.
Job description
The Page’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the library collections are returned to their proper location. This includes re-shelving, emptying book drops, preparing newspapers for public use, receiving materials from other library locations. This position also provides general clean up duties indoors and outdoors.
Essential responsibilities
- Shelving and shelf-reading of all library material
- Emptying book drop boxes
- Maintaining periodical collections
- General clean up duties inside and outside the library
- Assisting with program set up and preparation
- Actively participating in municipal and library training
- Promoting a welcoming and inviting library environment
- Actively supporting a culture of safety for staff and patrons
- Supporting and connecting residents, including vulnerable people (seniors, children, unhoused, people with complex needs) to library resources and services
- Other duties as assigned on an occasional basis
Essential qualifications
- The successful candidate will currently be 14 years of age or older
- All employees are required to complete their Health & Safety and other online mandatory training on or before their first day of employment; other training (including Health & Safety policies) may also be required
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and internet (or other similar software programs)
Other qualifications
- Previous experience within a library, particularly a public library, is an asset
- Previous experience in classifying documents (alphabetical, numerical, alphanumerical) an asset
Work environment/hours of work
- This position works mostly indoors
- This position works weekday, afternoon, evening and weekend hours
Background check requirements
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to commencement of employment. A background check may include the following: education/certification verification and employment reference check. Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate will be required to furnish an original Police Information Search (Vulnerable Sector Check) prior to commencement of employment.
Essential physical and/or safety requirements
- Physical stamina, flexibility, good physical health and the ability to lift 11.4 to 15.9 kilograms (25 to 30 pounds) are a necessity, as is the ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, kneel and reach.
- Bending: frequent stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling (4.05 to 13.64 kgs or 10 to 30 lbs) (retrieving items, shelving materials, processing material)
- Walking: constant walking on level surface (movement around library, processing, shelving material)
- Reaching: frequent reaching above shoulder, below shoulder, forward; constant handling (up to 4.05 kgs or 10 lbs) (books, binders, supplies, shelving material, circulating/ processing material)
- Lifting: frequent lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder, carrying, transferring pushing below shoulder, pulling below shoulder (up to 9.09 kgs or 20 lbs) (placing books on shelf or cart; pushing/bulling book cart; lifting book bin; shelving material; retrieving material/supplies; pushing/pulling for circulation process)
- Standing: frequent standing inside (working at circulation desk)
- Hands: frequent fine finger dexterity (movement), gripping, pinching, mousing (up to 4.05 kgs or 10 lbs) (keyboarding, lifting books or other papers; circulation; features on the computer)
Benefits
This permanent part-time position has an hourly wage of $17.72 will receive vacation and statutory benefits in accordance with Employment Standards Act.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.
The Municipality does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision‑making tools in its recruitment or selection processes; all hiring decisions are made by people.
Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources & Organizational Development (HROD) at 519-360-1998. Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.
About Chatham-Kent
Chatham-Kent is a single tier municipality created in 1998. With a current population of over 100,000 spread across an area almost 2,500 square kilometres, there is a challenge to create a sense of unity and provide services to both rural and small urban centres, each with unique needs and located miles apart. Chatham-Kent is committed to reaping the benefits of economies of scale in providing municipal services but at the same time is committed to respecting the heritage and supporting the distinct communities within its borders. In 2001, a Community Strategic Plan was developed with the assistance of 400 citizen volunteers from across Chatham-Kent. To this day the document is the basis for decisions made about the community's future.
Chatham-Kent is located in the heart of south-western Ontario and enjoys one of Canada's most temperate climates. This rural-urban municipality borders both Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair; local residents and tourists alike flock to these waterways to enjoy many water-related pleasurable pastimes including boating, water-skiing and world-class fishing. The area is also fortunate to have two of the Province's most spectacular Provincial Parks -- Rondeau and Wheatley. The region's economy is based largely on the agricultural and manufacturing sectors, and is complemented by a growing service/commercial sector. Chatham-Kent is positioning itself for growth by focusing on green energy and emerging manufacturing technologies and is supported by two post-secondary educational institutions, the University of Guelph's Ridgetown Campus and St. Clair College of Applied Arts & Technology. Highway 401 intersects Chatham-Kent at several points and, as such, residents can readily access neighbouring communities such as London, Windsor and Sarnia/Detroit within a one hours' drive, and are only three hours away from Toronto.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Job Status: Permanent Part-Time
Union: Non-Union
Number of Positions: 1
Hours of Work: 9 hours per week
Location: Chatham Library
Reason for Vacancy: Replacement
Closing Date: August 16, 11:59pm EST. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has an opening for a permanent part-time Library Page with the Chatham-Kent Public Library.
Job description
The Page’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the library collections are returned to their proper location. This includes re-shelving, emptying book drops, preparing newspapers for public use, receiving materials from other library locations. This position also provides general clean up duties indoors and outdoors.
Essential responsibilities
- Shelving and shelf-reading of all library material
- Emptying book drop boxes
- Maintaining periodical collections
- General clean up duties inside and outside the library
- Assisting with program set up and preparation
- Actively participating in municipal and library training
- Promoting a welcoming and inviting library environment
- Actively supporting a culture of safety for staff and patrons
- Supporting and connecting residents, including vulnerable people (seniors, children, unhoused, people with complex needs) to library resources and services
- Other duties as assigned on an occasional basis
Essential qualifications
- The successful candidate will currently be 14 years of age or older
- All employees are required to complete their Health & Safety and other online mandatory training on or before their first day of employment; other training (including Health & Safety policies) may also be required
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and internet (or other similar software programs)
Other qualifications
- Previous experience within a library, particularly a public library, is an asset
- Previous experience in classifying documents (alphabetical, numerical, alphanumerical) an asset
Work environment/hours of work
- This position works mostly indoors
- This position works weekday, afternoon, evening and weekend hours
Background check requirements
Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to commencement of employment. A background check may include the following: education/certification verification and employment reference check. Because of the environment this position will be working in, the successful candidate will be required to furnish an original Police Information Search (Vulnerable Sector Check) prior to commencement of employment.
Essential physical and/or safety requirements
- Physical stamina, flexibility, good physical health and the ability to lift 11.4 to 15.9 kilograms (25 to 30 pounds) are a necessity, as is the ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, kneel and reach.
- Bending: frequent stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling (4.05 to 13.64 kgs or 10 to 30 lbs) (retrieving items, shelving materials, processing material)
- Walking: constant walking on level surface (movement around library, processing, shelving material)
- Reaching: frequent reaching above shoulder, below shoulder, forward; constant handling (up to 4.05 kgs or 10 lbs) (books, binders, supplies, shelving material, circulating/ processing material)
- Lifting: frequent lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder, carrying, transferring pushing below shoulder, pulling below shoulder (up to 9.09 kgs or 20 lbs) (placing books on shelf or cart; pushing/bulling book cart; lifting book bin; shelving material; retrieving material/supplies; pushing/pulling for circulation process)
- Standing: frequent standing inside (working at circulation desk)
- Hands: frequent fine finger dexterity (movement), gripping, pinching, mousing (up to 4.05 kgs or 10 lbs) (keyboarding, lifting books or other papers; circulation; features on the computer)
Benefits
This permanent part-time position has an hourly wage of $17.72 will receive vacation and statutory benefits in accordance with Employment Standards Act.
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.
The Municipality does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision‑making tools in its recruitment or selection processes; all hiring decisions are made by people.
Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources & Organizational Development (HROD) at 519-360-1998. Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.
About Chatham-Kent
Chatham-Kent is a single tier municipality created in 1998. With a current population of over 100,000 spread across an area almost 2,500 square kilometres, there is a challenge to create a sense of unity and provide services to both rural and small urban centres, each with unique needs and located miles apart. Chatham-Kent is committed to reaping the benefits of economies of scale in providing municipal services but at the same time is committed to respecting the heritage and supporting the distinct communities within its borders. In 2001, a Community Strategic Plan was developed with the assistance of 400 citizen volunteers from across Chatham-Kent. To this day the document is the basis for decisions made about the community's future.
Chatham-Kent is located in the heart of south-western Ontario and enjoys one of Canada's most temperate climates. This rural-urban municipality borders both Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair; local residents and tourists alike flock to these waterways to enjoy many water-related pleasurable pastimes including boating, water-skiing and world-class fishing. The area is also fortunate to have two of the Province's most spectacular Provincial Parks -- Rondeau and Wheatley. The region's economy is based largely on the agricultural and manufacturing sectors, and is complemented by a growing service/commercial sector. Chatham-Kent is positioning itself for growth by focusing on green energy and emerging manufacturing technologies and is supported by two post-secondary educational institutions, the University of Guelph's Ridgetown Campus and St. Clair College of Applied Arts & Technology. Highway 401 intersects Chatham-Kent at several points and, as such, residents can readily access neighbouring communities such as London, Windsor and Sarnia/Detroit within a one hours' drive, and are only three hours away from Toronto.