Library Service Assistant 1/2 Circulation/Shipping Assistant MILL

Recruitment Details

Library Service Assistant 1/2 Circulation/Shipping Assistant

Department: Community Services, Library Services
Designated Work Location: Millennium Library, 251 Donald Street (on-site)
Position Type: Temporary, Full-time - Term until April 14, 2028
Hours of Work: Varying hours, as per below
Salary: $1,329.21 - $2,036.54 bi-weekly as per the Library Service Assistant 1/2 Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E

Posting No.: 127533
Closing Date: November 17, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a respectful, diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers, and 2SLGBTQQIA+.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Section Head Librarian, the Circulation/Shipping Assistant will interact with customers of all ages to help create a positive and welcoming library experience for all. The position's primary responsibilities will be assisting customers with memberships and accounts as well as physical library materials. This position also rotates into the shipping areas to receive and coordinate deliveries of goods and materials to appropriate areas.

As the Circulation Assistant, you will:

• Check in and check out library materials at the public desk and respond to customer questions and concerns in-person and by phone.
• Register, update, and renew library memberships.
• Assess, collect, and record fines and fees as required.
• Handle and process requests and Holds for the public.
• Receives materials and delivers to appropriate areas.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and materials as required.
• Sorts and forwards materials to branches in a correct and timely manner.
• Ensure reports for customer requests are processed and completed on a daily basis.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of daily cash and bank deposits as assigned.
• Share responsibility for the physical processing and maintenance of library materials and then handling of items removed for the collection.
• Ensure materials are sent through the delivery system in a correct and manner.
• Maintain library equipment needed for the work of the section.
• Ensure materials are sorted on carts for shelving.
• Shelve materials and maintain shelves in order as assigned.
• Assist in training circulation staff as assigned.
• Perform other duties consistent with the classification as assigned.

Your education and qualifications include:

1. High school graduation or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. Successful completion of a Library Technician program an asset.
3. Previous work experience with the public an asset.
4. Ability to deal effectively with the public in a variety of situations.
5. Ability to work with other staff as part of a team.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Ability to operate library equipment.
8. Keyboarding skills an asset.
9. Ability to handle cash accurately.

*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information, please visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position (i.e. Must be able to lift boxes and equipment weighing 20-25 pounds and set up tables and chairs in meeting rooms).
• Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, abilities as they relate to the qualifications of the position.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.

How to Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

1. Current resume (Required).

2. Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.

*Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/. For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311.

Position Reports To: Section Head Librarian, Circulation Services

1. If and when this temporary position becomes permanent, the successful applicant to this bulletin will automatically receive this position and a further bulletin will not be necessary.

Hours of Work:
Monday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 12:30 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5 pm (2 in 3)
Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm (1 in 3)

Legend:

• (1 in 3) - employee works the assigned hours 1 out of 3 weeks.
• (2 in 3) - employee works the assigned hours 2 out of 3 weeks.
• Winter hours are Labour Day - Victoria Day.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.