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Library Service Assistant
@ City of Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Vancouver Public Library is hiring a part-time Library Service Assistant at its Central Circulation worksite, working reporting to a Circulation Supervisor. The role involves sorting and shelving materials, maintaining public areas and supporting circulation desk duties. Pay is $25.81 to $30.09 per hour, with two possible fixed weekly schedules and a Police Information Check required.
Pay:
$25.81–$30.09 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Sort and shelve a variety of library materials
- Maintain order and neatness of public areas
- Prepare books and materials for circulation
- Assist with circulation desk duties
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 plus relevant courses or experience
- Customer service experience, library experience preferred
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Police Information Check clearance
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Hours per week | 16 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Vancouver
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Do your best work here. At the City of Vancouver, we're looking for great people who want to make a real difference in their communities. Join us to be part of a smart, innovative team looking to build a great city today and tomorrow. Vancouver. Where talented, diverse people live, work, and play.
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- 2675 Yukon St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3P9, CA
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Do your best work here. At the City of Vancouver, we're looking for great people who want to make a real difference in their communities. Join us to be part of a smart, innovative team looking to build a great city today and tomorrow. Vancouver. Where talented, diverse people live, work, and play.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1886 |
| Specialties | City Government |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 27 |
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Requisition ID: 47606
Company: Vancouver Public Library
About the Vancouver Public Library
Vancouver Public Library is a place where learning, joy, community, and recreation (see also: fun) come together. This is where we introduce people to the books and information that could change their lives and where everyone is truly welcome.
We are the third largest public library system in Canada, with more than 800 staff members offering services at 21 locations across the city. We lend over 5 million items per year to our community, including books, streaming content, musical instruments, and more. Nearly 200,000 people attend our programs and events to learn, be inspired, and connect with others around important ideas.
We are looking for positive people with excellent customer service skills, who can confidently and respectfully deliver library services to our incredibly diverse communities. We are constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of the public; being adaptable and open to learning will help you as you start your career with VPL.
Does this sound like you? This innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace could be the next step in your career journey, so reach out to us today.
Worksite: Circulation
Role Type: Fully on-site
Note: This is one job posting with multiple positions. Please submit only one application and indicate in your cover letter which schedule(s) you are interested in.
About the Job
Reporting to a Circulation Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for sorting and shelving a variety of materials, maintaining order and neatness of public areas and basic preparation of books and materials. Assists in the processing, sorting of materials and with circulation desk duties. Meets established Library strategic objectives and service standards. Demonstrates and models conduct that adheres to the library’s policies and procedures in accordance with the Library’s vision, mission and values. The incumbent works in Circulation at Central and works collaboratively within their team to ensure service priorities are met.
Job Requirements:
Education/Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by relevant courses and/or experience.
Experience:
- Experience in a customer service environment. Related experience in the provision of library services preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Good customer service skills.
- Good working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to plan, organize and carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Ability to perform routine tasks with a high degree of physical stamina and accuracy.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with team members.
- Working knowledge of the objectives, organization, procedures, services and resources of the library sufficient to refer patrons appropriately.
Affiliation: CUPE 391
Employment Type: Posted Part-Time
Salary: $25.81 to $30.09 per hour
Work Schedule:
Schedule 1:
Tuesday 8:30am – 12:30pm (4)
Wednesday 4:30pm – 8:30pm (4)
Thursday 4:30pm – 8:30pm (4)
Friday 1:00pm – 5:00pm (4)
Saturday 1:00pm – 5:00pm (4)
Schedule 2:
Monday 12:30pm – 4:30pm (4)
Tuesday 12:30pm – 4:30pm (4)
Wednesday 12:30pm – 4:30pm (4)
Thursday 12:30pm – 4:30pm (4)
Sunday 10:00am – 2:00pm (4)
Note: Work schedules may change with reasonable notice
Closing date: Monday, November 16th, 2026, at 11:59pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
As VPL is responsible for the well-being of its patrons, a Police Information Check clearance is a condition of employment. Please refer to our policy for further information. Personal information collected is used in accordance with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Representing the community we serve is a priority at VPL. We are always seeking ways to support equity, diversity and inclusion in our work, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and identities to apply. Should you require an accommodation during the selection process, please provide details to the hiring committee if you are shortlisted.
As part of a City of Reconciliation, we seek to reflect and celebrate Indigenous cultures, language and history, particularly those of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh people.
While the Library thanks you in advance, only those candidates being considered will be contacted.
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