Library technician Jobs in Scarborough, ON

Library Technician - CUPE Local 1328 (Office, Clerical and Technical Employees) Vision The Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve approximately 87,000 students in nearly 200 Catholic schools in the City of Toronto. At the TCDSB, we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive Catholic learning community that nurtures faith development and academic excellence through the love of God, neighbor, and self. We fully engage students in learning that supports their academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, and physical growth and development. At TCDSB, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations, our Catholic values, and the Board's Pastoral Plans are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st Century. With a staff of 14,000, the TCDSB is a dynamic school board and is accepting applications for the position of Library Technician. All interested applicants are welcome to apply. We are an inclusive employer. Working period : 10 months and 10 days (last week of August to first week of July) Positions available : various Toronto area locations Qualifications A two-year Library and Information Technician Diploma is mandatory. Consideration will be given to candidates nearing successful completion of the program. Must be a practicing Roman Catholic verified through a Pastoral reference. Experience in library automation software, Microsoft Word and Windows applications and database management. Demonstrated organizational, and office management skills (i.e., electronic technology and appropriate office equipment). Ability to operate equipment; i.e., video camera, combination slide / television monitor, cassette duplicator, compact disc player, VCR scanners and other technological devices in a network environment. Some of these positions may be itinerant and reliable transportation would be required. Successful candidates (external applicants) will be required to provide a police reference check. Duties Display, promote and compile learning materials and bibliographic sources to support and supplement curriculum programs. Make presentations to large and small groups of students as required. Supervise students in the Library Resource Centre and other locations as required in emergency situations. Establish and manage a competent system of administration for the Library Resource Centre that provides for efficient circulation procedures and effective use of space, time and materials. Work effectively with staff and students in the use of a range of information sources including print and computer databases and provide guidance in locating materials. Encourage an interest, appreciation and understanding in the use of books and other resources to promote learning. Classify and catalogue learning resources and maintain catalogue and inventory applying technological advances in accordance with established Board procedures. Establish the operation and maintenance of lending, renewing, reserving and recalling system for materials and equipment; institute follow-up procedures for overdue material; shelve and / or file returned materials. Maintain an inventory and develop a system of control for equipment and arrange for servicing where applicable. Process materials; i.e., install security strips, affix bar codes, spine labels, school identification, and covering; remove from circulation unused, outdated and irreparable materials. Other duties as assigned by the Principal. Requirements to Apply Must hold a Library Technician Diploma. Consideration will be given to candidates nearing successful completion of the program. Pastoral Reference Letter or completion of the from a Roman Catholic Parish, indicating you are a practicing Roman Catholic (dated within the past 12 months). Resume and Cover Letter addressed to the Sr. Manager, Recruitment. This is a CUPE Local 1328 union position with a bi-weekly pay of $2,047.41 to $2,344.51 (effective September 1, 2024). Who We Are Our mission at TCDSB is to inspire learning in every way and support our students and employees. Employees are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission and making TCDSB a leader in public education. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire continuous improvement so that we can better serve our students, communities, and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are Indigenous, Black, 2SLGBTQ, and racialized. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential. The TCDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. We will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. 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