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.

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. This is a term position with the contract running to October 2nd, 2026.

Position: Part-time Library Clerk, Term Position

Location: Downtown location, Brandon Public Library

Weekly Hours:             

Monday             9:30 – 2:00

Tuesday             9:30 – 2:00

Wednesday      9:30 – 2:00

Thursday           9:30 – 2:00

Friday                 9:30 – 2:00

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 Monday, March 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

 

The Western Manitoba Regional Library is seeking an organized, friendly, and creative person to join our staff in the capacity of a casual Library Clerk at the Hartney Public Library. This is a casual position, filling hours as they become available.

Position: Casual Library Clerk

 

Location: Hartney Public Library

 

Compensation: $15.80 per hour

 

Start Date: As soon as successful candidate is available

 

Application process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via email to Vicki Babey, Hartney Branch Supervisor, at vicki@nullwmrl.ca by 9:00 am on Monday, March 24th.

 

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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