JOB DESCRIPTION

The Orillia Public Library seeks a customer-service oriented individual for a one-year part-time contract position in the Circulation Department. This position is for 9 hours weekly on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. Extra relief hours may be available on weekdays and weekends. 

 DUTIES

• Sign out materials; place and track reserves; collect fines and charges; assist with self-checkout.
• Handle patron inquiries and concerns in person and via telephone.
• Issue and renew library memberships.
• Operate and monitor automated sorter; examine and route library materials.
• Perform library opening and closing tasks.
• Maintain an orderly, safe and secure environment for library users and staff.
  
  

 QUALIFICATIONS 

• Grade 12 or equivalent required; college diploma or university degree preferred
• Experience working in a public library strongly preferred
• Experience providing front-line service to the general public strongly preferred; demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population with tact and empathy
• Self-directed; able to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills (in person and via telephone) in a fast-paced setting
• Quick to learn; ability to work with frequent interruptions; good attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and keyboarding skills
• Successful applicant must supply a current Vulnerable Sector Screening as a condition of employment
  
  

This position is for 9 hours weekly on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. Extra relief hours may be available on weekdays and weekends. Compensation for this position is $20.63 per hour to start. Interested applicants are invited to submit an application by November 15, 2025, at 5:00 pm.

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Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Orillia Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Library’s Administrative Assistant at 705-325-2338 of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. This information is being collected under the authority of the Public Libraries Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.44, in order to identify potential candidates for job competitions. For information contact Meagan Wilkinson, Library CEO at 705-325-2573.36 Mississaga Street, West, Orillia, ON L3V 3A6. Telephone 705-325-2338 Fax 705-327-1744 www.orilliapubliclibrary.ca