Job Description

For more information, check out our website here: https://virl.bc.ca/jobs/library-assistant-gold-river-2/

The Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) is seeking applicants for a

Casual-on-Call Library Assistant

to work at our

Gold River Branch.

The Library Assistant performs clerical tasks and routines assigned by the Circulation Supervisor to provide customers with access to good library service. These tasks are carried out under the supervision of the Circulation Supervisor and within the regional library's policies, procedures, standards and resources. The Library Manager is responsible for all the activities in the branch.

All duties and responsibilities are directly aligned with the Mission, Vision and Values and Strategic Plan of the Vancouver Island Regional Library.

Required Education & Experience:

Grade 12 Graduation (Dogwood Diploma or equivalent). Good oral and written communication skills. Ability and willingness to work with the public (all ages). Working knowledge of books and print and online informational material. Basic knowledge of information services technology, including the ability to use the Internet and standard electronic references resource. Basic knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, applications software and interfaces.

You are required to satisfactorily complete a Criminal Record Check (Working with Children & Vulnerable Adults.)

This position closes on Thursday, July 31st, 2025 at 11:59pm.

Your cover letter should clearly identify how you have the knowledge, skills and experience to be successful in this position.

VIRL thanks all applicants for their interest in working with us however only those selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Your Voice. Your Library.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $26.94 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 35 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program
Application question(s):

Are you at least 16 years old? Are you 14 or 15 years old? Are you currently an employee of VIRL? Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-31