Library Clerk - Casual - Library Services - Mildmay / Teeswater, ON

Library Clerk - Casual - Library Services - Mildmay / Teeswater, ON

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well‑being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper‑tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long‑term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values : excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Branch Supervisor, the Library Clerk provides information services and readers’ advisory to patrons, carries out routine duties at the circulation desk to lend and receive library items, conducts other clerical or maintenance tasks as required, and assists with library programming.

The successful candidate will not have regularly scheduled hours. The incumbent will have the opportunity to accept shifts in surrounding branches to provide relief staffing for vacation and sick time of scheduled employees. Hours may include evenings and weekends.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• High School (secondary school) diploma
• One year of previous experience in a related role

Skills & Abilities

What We Offer

This position is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the collective agreement between CUPE and the County of Bruce.

Apply by : January 27, 2026

For internal candidates only

As per Article 12.5(a), the posting will be open to internal applicants for seven (7) working days prior to the Employer making a permanent appointment to the position. Internal applicants must apply by January 20, 2026. No external applicant shall be considered if there is a qualified applicant from the bargaining unit.

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community : Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensures that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier‑free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency‑based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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