POSITION:     Librarian

STATUS:          Regular Part-time

                       ( 4.5 hours per week)

SALARY:         $29.80 - $32.07 per hour

                  + 12% in lieu of benefits

DEPARTMENT:        Library

COMPETITION  #:       10 - 47

VACANCIES:           1

POSTING PERIOD:   Jul 27 to Aug 10, 2010        GROUP:       C UPE 825 (Inside)

POSTING SUMMARY

The Port Moody Public Library is seeking a motivated, high-energy part time librarian to work Sundays year round from 12:45 to 5:15 pm.  Reporting to the Community Services Librarian, the successful candidate’s major responsibility will be to provide reference and reader’s advisory assistance at the information desk to both adults and children.  The successful candidate will be required to assume in-charge responsibilities on Sundays; this includes managing patron, building and staff issues.  Other duties and tasks include:  collection maintenance, booklist creation, conducting special event programs as assigned by the Community Services Librarian.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

·         Masters in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program (MLIS / MLS);

·         Knowledge of reference materials and adult, teen and children’s literature;

·         Knowledge of public library collections and collection development principles and practices;

·         Familiarity with and ability to effectively search electronic information resources including the Internet federated searching products, and online databases;

·         Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and public speaking skills;

·         Ability to work in challenging situations with flexibility and tact;

·         Knowledge of Windows operating environment, MS Office, and Sirsi / Dynix Horizon would be an asset;

·         Ability to plan, promote, and present library programs for adults, teens and children would be an asset.

Please note that employment at the Port Moody Public Library is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory police records search.   To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter by applying online at:

www.cityofportmoody.com/jobs

We have recently implemented an online application process and will no longer be accepting resumes in any other form.  As only short listed candidates will be contacted, we thank you in advance for your interest in this position.

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