Librarian (Cataloguer)

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CA$30.00/hr - CA$30.00/hr

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Librarian Cataloguer for specialized government library client, north Toronto.

Job Type: Temporary.

Initial Term: October 6, 2025 to Friday, December 19 2025, with possible extension.

Compensation: $30 per hour.

Regular Work Hours: From 8 am to 4 pm, not including a 30 min unpaid lunch break and two 15 minute breaks, Monday to Friday (37.5 work hours per week).

Work Location: Hybrid - after initial onsite orientation period, will transition to 2 days per week remote and 3 days per week onsite at our client's Toronto facility, near TTC station.

Responsibilities

• Librarian to provide cataloguing services to specialized library, supporting both residential and distance learning and strategic studies.
• Apply metadata standards for the cataloguing of print and electronic resources using SIRSIDYNIX SYMPHONY integrated library system.
• Catalogue print, electronic and as well as other resources.
• Additional librarian and cataloguer responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Master of Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program.

Preferred Work Experience: Minimum 6 months of hands-on work experience in cataloguing within the last 3 years.

Preferred Sector Experience: Experience from a college, university or specialized library.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements:

• Proficiency with SIRSIDYNIX SYMPHONY, Horizon or Ex LIBRIS.
• Proficiency with standard MSOffice software applications.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Task-Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes:

• Punctual, responsible, and reliable. Demonstrated record of professional conduct and character.
• Focused and able to work effectively with minimal direction and supervision, to prioritize tasks effectively, and to manage volume targets and due dates.
• Pleasant and courteous. Demonstrated commitment to client service and professional representation of the organization.
• Proven ability to professionally handle confidential information and exercise good judgement in the interpretation and application of instructions and organization policy.
• Superior attention to detail, and organized, methodical approach to completion of tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and collaboratively and liaise effectively with a wide and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request.
• Ability to work both remotely and onsite, abiding by organization health and safety policies.
• Ability to declare personal Non-Conflict of Interest in execution of assignment responsibilities.
• Ability to complete a satisfactory Federal Government security check, including a Fingerprint Check, prior to assignment start. Marberg will reimburse the cost of the security checks upon submission of approved expense receipts.
• Provision of certification of AODA and OHSA online training course completion prior to assignment start.
• Satisfactory Background Checks, Technical Skills Evaluations, and Employment References.

Application Notes

Recommended Application Date: We kindly request that you submit your resume quickly, as our client will not accept applications after Monday, September 8, 2025. We are screening and shortlisting candidates immediately and qualified applications may be contacted the same day as date of application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: Marberg Staffing updates job posts regularly, and external job boards may not reflect these changes in a timely fashion. Please refer to https://marberg.com/career-portal for the most current information including salary range.

Please note: for this position, Marberg Staffing only accepts applications through Indeed.ca, LinkedIn and marberg.com.

Candidates are only contacted via official phone call, email, or LinkedIn message from Marberg Staffing. Please disregard any initial contact through other mediums such as text message.

Marberg is committed to supporting workplace diversity and inclusivity, to reflect the demographic profile of all Ontarians. Applications are encouraged from equity seeking groups including people of colour, Indigenous people, individuals with disabilities, and people from the LGBTQ2S community.