Job Description

Job Number:
J1225-0006
Posting Date:
December 11, 2025
Closing Date:
December 19, 2025
Job Title:
Exhibits Designer
Branch/Department:
Toronto Reference Library
Division:
Service Development & Innovation
Specific Position Information:
For approximately six (6) months
Employment Type:
Temporary Part Time
# of Open Positions:
1
Salary:
$34.41 - $38.85/Hour

Expected End Date:

For approximately six (6) months

Hours per week and Schedule of Work (Hours and Schedule of work are subject to change in accordance with Article 19):

17.5 hours per week. Schedule to be determined. Shifts will be on-site and during core operational hours.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, designs and installs exhibitions in the Library Gallery and all other exhibit space in the Library; performs related duties as assigned.

DUTIES:

designs and fabricates library-initiated exhibits works with Library staff and external exhibit resource people to research and develop exhibits for in house and external spaces assembles, installs and dismantles Library exhibits responsible for cleanup and maintenance of Exhibits work area assists in planning exhibition schedule and budget maintains and repairs display hardware responsible for maintenance and operation of signage and other equipment orders and stores supplies as required photographs exhibits as a visual record of exhibition program maintains Exhibits files

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an art college or recognized school of design or equivalent with specialization in environmental design. Portfolio required. Two years' experience in exhibitions design, including experience in graphic design. Understanding and appreciation of the philosophy of public service to all, in accordance with human rights legislation and the principles of equity and access in the delivery of library service. Ability to perform tasks with accuracy and attention to detail. Organizational ability, effective communication skills, and the ability to work to deadlines essential. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.





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ACCOMMODATION:

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Toronto Public Library (TPL) invites applications from all qualified individuals. The Library is committed to equal opportunity, diversity in the workplace, equity and reconciliation, and welcomes applications from Indigenous people, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people and women.





All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Toronto Public Library (TPL) will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions.

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As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Toronto Public Library (TPL) reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.