As of November 6, 2026, Jobsy lists 8 library assistant jobs in Canada. The median advertised pay is $27 an hour (from 5 postings). The most active employers are Town of Oakville, Legislative Assembly of British Columbia and London Public Library. Skills often requested: work independently, research, vulnerable sector check and customer service.
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1+ YOECandidates need a Secondary School Diploma and at least one year of customer service experience, preferably in a library. Strong organization, communication, teamwork and the ability to lift, bend, stand and push carts are needed. Experience with an integrated library system, RFID, Microsoft Office or library equipment is an asset.
RFID technology, Integrated library system (ILS), Microsoft Office, Sorting equipment, Self-checkout kiosks, Book drops
1+ YOECandidates need a Secondary School Diploma and at least one year of customer service experience, preferably in a library. Strong communication, organization and attention to detail are required, and experience with an ILS, RFID or Microsoft Office is an asset.
RFID equipment, Integrated library system (ILS), Microsoft Office, Sorting equipment, Self-checkout kiosks, Book drops
1+ YOECandidates need a Library Technician Diploma and at least one year of customer service experience, or an equivalent mix of education and experience. Experience in a library, with digital collections, or with Library Dublin Core and cataloguing practices is preferred.
Assembly, Administrative support, Customer service
Candidates need strong customer service and communication skills, comfort with computers, scanners, databases and digital devices, and two years of post-secondary education. They must be able to work days, evenings and Saturdays, lift up to 25 lbs, and stand or walk for up to half the shift.
Computer software, Scanners, Photocopiers, Research databases, iPads, E-readers
Candidates need a high school diploma, a valid driver's licence, and proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office. A library technology diploma, library automation experience, and a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check are also required or expected.
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows, Google Workspace, library automation program
Candidates need a two-year diploma in Library Technology or equivalent training and experience with at least three library technology courses. They must type at least 40 words per minute and handle multitasking and interaction with students, parents and staff.
Peace Wapiti Public School Division: The system provides schooling for students from Horse Lake First Nation and Kelly Lake Indigenous Community.
Candidates need experience or training with library procedures, cataloguing and filing systems, ideally in an educational or automated library setting. Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, strong organization, and good interpersonal and communication skills are required, and a current criminal record check with vulnerable sector check is a condition of employment.
Candidates need a Library Technician Diploma or an undergraduate degree, plus library experience in cataloguing, metadata and public services. Strong research, database and attention-to-detail skills and Indigenous cultural knowledge are needed.
Documentation, Liaise with colleagues, Research, Attention to detail, Work independently, Quality assurance methodologies
The median advertised pay is $27 an hour, across 5 postings that list pay. The lowest quarter pays under $27 and the top quarter over $32.51.
Who is hiring library assistants?
Town of Oakville (2), Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (1), London Public Library (1), Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (1) and School District #43 (Coquitlam) (1).
What skills do library assistant jobs ask for?
Postings most often mention work independently, research, vulnerable sector check, customer service, interpersonal skills, communication skills, scheduling and employee relations.