Circulation Clerk — Baysville Branch

Circulation Clerk - Baysville Branch
4 Hours per week (Saturdays 10am-2pm)

Responsibilities:
The Circulation Clerk primarily focuses on operating the circulation desk and ensuring smooth operations related to library patron accounts, the circulation of library materials, and registration for library programs and services in an automated environment. On the front desk, they communicate with patrons of all ages and disseminate information on programs, collections and services.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons in a courteous and professional manner.
• Assist patrons with locating materials in the library and/or through database and internet research.
• Answer and troubleshoot computer related queries to include but not limited to: wireless access, web
searches, email use, device operation, digital library, apps, social media sites and document printing and/
or scanning.
• Assist with processing new materials, maintain and re-shelve library materials under the correct genre and collection classifications and in Dewey order.
• Handle cash and electronic financial transactions.

Qualifications:
Education at the Grade 12 level or equivalent is required.
Demonstrated customer service experience.
Previous library experience or training (technician or Excel library training) a definite asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.
Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and patrons.
Strong computer skills with various operating systems, to include but not limited to: Microsoft OS, Mac OS, tablets, readers, smart phones, Google docs, and various social media platforms with a willingness to learn emerging technology.
Ability to do some lifting up to 40 lbs.
Strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to change and to work collaboratively at either of the branch library locations or other temporary locations within the Township of Lake of Bays.

Hourly wage: 5 Step Pay Grid - $23.21 to 27.15/hour based on experience.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to:
Lizann Flatt
Baysville Branch, Lake of Bays Public Library
10 University St., Box 201
Baysville, ON P0B 1A0
email: lizann@lakeofbayslibrary.ca
Fax: 705-767-2361

Closing date: Wednesday March 26, 2025 at 5:00pm

The Township of Lake of Bays is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise Lizann Flatt at lizann@lakeofbayslibrary.ca or 705-767-2361 as soon as possible.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used solely for the purpose of job selection.

We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.