Okanagan Regional Library

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Youth Services Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call (no guaranteed hours) KELOWNA BRANCH and VERNON BRANCH This position is covered under the PEA Collective Agreement. Position Summary Under the direction of the Area Librarian or Branch Head, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, organizing, delivering and evaluating of children's and young adult resources, services and programs to meet community needs and interests. The incumbent supervises and co-ordinates the work of Youth Services Assistants. The incumbent participates with other professional librarians in developing recommendations for system-wide youth services, resources and programs. The incumbent exercises some independent judgement and action within established Okanagan Regional Library policies, procedures and practices. Performance is evaluated by the Area Librarian or Branch Head for branch related activities or the Public Services Manager for activities arising from the Youth Services Coordinating Committee. The evaluation is based on the achievement of mutually established objectives, the administrative, supervisory and professional services provided, and the quality of judgement, communications, human relations and teamwork developed. Job Specification a. Education Required: Master's degree from an accredited library school with some specialty courses in Children/Young Adults services and Literature. b. Other Requirements Knowledge of children's and young adult materials and programming methods, combined with a flexible and enthusiastic manner, and demonstrated performance skills. An interest in, and respect for people of all ages, combined with a willingness to approach young people in an open, non-condescending and non-judgemental way. Considerable knowledge of reference resources and interviewing techniques. Awareness of intellectual freedom issues. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to develop effective working relationships with others within and outside the library system. Good oral communication and writing skills, with basic knowledge of public relations techniques. Ability to supervise, train and evaluate staff effectively. Ability to handle the above duties and responsibilities with a high level of courtesy and tact when dealing with the public and staff. Ability to type at 40 wpm. On-call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff. Download the job description from our website http://www.orl.bc.ca/careers/current-vacancies for current job requirements and position details. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, we would like to hear from you! Please quote Competitions #20-23 Closing Date: Ongoing until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only short listed applicants will be contacted. Reference ID: 20-23 Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual Salary: $35.59 to $38.65 /hour Education: Master's Degree (Required)

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Company Type: Non-profit Organisation

Company Size: 51 - 250

Revenue: 5 - 25 million (USD)

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