Jobs

The Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) has a staff of about 30 individuals across its six branches. Positions include Director of Library Services, Manager of Programming & Community Services, Manager of Access Services, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Branch Supervisor, Library Clerk and Student Assistant.

When we are looking for individuals to join our staff, vacant positions will be posted here and they may also be advertised in external print and online resources.

 

 

Programming & Outreach Assistant - Shoppers Mall Branch

The Western Manitoba Regional Library is seeking an organized, friendly, and creative person to join our staff in the capacity of Programming and Outreach Assistant. This position is responsible for providing assistance with the planning and delivery of programming events and activities, including outreach initiatives. It will also be responsible for performing support duties relating to the areas of patron and circulation services within the library. 

 

Position: Part-time Programming & Outreach Assistant 

Location: Shoppers Mall branch, Brandon Public Library 

Weekly Hours:

Saturday 10:00am – 3:00pm  

6 Hours to be scheduled as needed

Compensation: As per Collective Agreement – $19.67 hourly 

Start Date: As soon as successful candidate is available 

Application process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via email to Michelle Boudreau, Shoppers Mall Branch Supervisor, at michelle@nullwmrl.ca by 9:00 am on Tuesday, December 17th.  

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Work with the Manager of Programming and other Programming Assistants to create and facilitate library programs for all types of library patrons  
  • Manage program communications and registrations  
  • Create promotional materials for programs  
  • Coordinate with regional staff to promote programs and share resources  
  • Willing to travel to rural branches to help facilitate programming in other locations 
  • Maintain programming statistics  
  • Assist patrons in accessing the collection, including placing requests for patrons, and providing assistance with eResources and electronic devices  
  • Facilitate 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  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Good computer knowledge and proficiency, comfortable using different software 
  • Familiarity with electronic devices 
  • 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, comfortable teaching people of all ages  
  • Ability to work independently and solve minor problems  
  • Physically able to do light lifting and cleaning duties  

 

Library Clerk - Downtown Branch

The Western Manitoba Regional Library is seeking an organized, friendly, and creative person to join our staff in the capacity of Library Clerk at the downtown location of the Brandon Public Library. Regular hours are posted below, but the opportunity to cover available shifts may occur. 

Position: Part-time Library Clerk 

Location: Downtown branch, Brandon Public Library 

Weekly Hours: 

Friday 2:00pm – 6:00pm 

Saturday 9:30am – 2:00pm  

Compensation: As per Collective Agreement – $16.88 hourly 

Start Date: As soon as successful candidate is available  

Application process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via email to Carson Rogers, Brandon Branch Supervisor, at carson@nullwmrl.ca by 9:00 am on Tuesday, December 17th.  

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:  

  • 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 
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