Job Description

Eastern Counties Regional Library (ECRL) is looking for someone who takes pride in making the office environment clean and pleasant, to work part-time (20 hours bi-weekly) at our Regional Office in Mulgrave. This position is a 7-month term ending March 27, 2026.

The regularly scheduled hours of work for this position are Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 am-3:30pm.

Duties to include (but not limited to):

Provides regular cleaning (e.g., cleans and disinfects kitchen and break area regularly, periodic cleaning of shared refrigerator, kitchen cupboards, main office area, storage areas, etc)

Disinfects, descales, and cleans appliances (e.g., humidifiers, air purifiers, water coolers, vacuum cleaners, etc)

Regularly cleans heat pump filters as per the manufacturer's instructions

Maintains a neat and orderly workspace and contributes to Regional Office organization efforts (e.g., stores supplies and other materials in designated location, keeps storage areas orderly, etc)

Reports janitorial and maintenance needs and/or concerns to Director, Communications & Engagement.

Immediately reports Occupational Health and Safety concerns, issues, and/or incidents to the Director, Communications and Engagement, and/or the OHS Representative.

Notable Physical and Mental Demands

Must be able to spend long periods of time standing

Must be able to lift and handle cleaning tools, buckets, mops, vacuums and etc.

A significant amount of mobility, strength, flexibility, and coordination is needed to perform duties.

Frequently required to walk, bend, push, reach, turn, and lift

Must be able to safely climb a ladder when required (e.g., to remove and replace heat pump filters)

Must be able to learn, remember, and demonstrate understanding of new instruction and procedures

Skills and Competencies Required

Excellent organizational skills, time management and strong attention to detail

The ability to find, understand, and use information about commercial cleaning standards, disinfection and disease prevention

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Integrity and personal accountability - reports reliably, exercises sound judgement, and maintains a strict level of privacy and confidentiality

Service orientation - A professional and positive attitude and conduct in all interactions and understands their work as important to the well-being of others

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience and Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge and experience of commercial cleaning and/or facility maintenance a strong asset

A successful Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Further information

Job ad posted: August 11, 2025

Application Deadline: until filled

Wage: $20.32/hr

Number of hours bi-weekly: 20

Position Type: Part-time term ending March 27, 2026

Job Classification: Library Assistant

Reports to: Director, Communications & Engagement

If interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter stating your qualifications and interest in the position with a resume and three work references to:

Michelle Greencorn, Director, Communications and Engagement
Eastern Counties Regional Library
Email: jobs@ecrl.ca

Please note:

Eastern Counties Regional Library is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at jobs@ecrl.ca.

Only those applicants who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Eastern Counties Regional Library reserves the right to withdraw the competition if a suitable candidate cannot be found.

The successful candidate must be available to work the regularly scheduled hours listed in this job description.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: $20.32 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program On-site parking
Work Location: In person