Job Title: Circulation Assistant  

 

Position: Part-time 20-25 hours/week, weekend and evening work required. This is a temporary 12-week position. 

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Wage: $23.42 - $27.11/hour  

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Role Description 

This is a temporary part-time contract position, for 12 weeks, to take place over the Summer Season 2026. The Circulation Assistant will work 20-25 hours a week in 5-hour shifts Tuesday – Saturday. This may include some evenings (2:00 pm – 7:00 pm). The Circulation Assistant will never work alone in the library.  

 

Position Responsibilities 

• Checking in/out library materials, renewing materials, etc.  

• Responds to inquiries by phone, electronically, or in person  

• Helps patrons print, scan, and fax documents 

• Provides reader advisory (book recommendations) 

• Provides patrons with assistance with basic technology (e.g. connecting to the library’s WiFi, downloading eBooks, printing)  

• Processes transactions with cash or Interac payments  

• Shelving/filing books and other material 

• Other duties as assigned 

 

Qualifications 

• Experience/Education in related field an asset 

• Vulnerable sector check required 

• First Aid Training an asset 

 

Skills 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Keen attention to detail 

• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office 

• Knowledge of books and love of reading  

 

The Parry Sound Public Library welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

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The deadline for applying is Tuesday, June 16th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. 

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Send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the Parry Sound Public Library CEO, Selena Martens at semartens@pspl.ca