Library Assistant II

LIBRARY ASSISTANT II (1 Permanent, Part-Time 0.6) (1 Replacement Temporary Part Time 0.6; for approximately 3 months) Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. The West Vancouver Memorial Library is currently seeking highly qualified candidates for multiple Library Assistant II opportunities. This important team member will perform a variety of collections support, clerical work, and public service functions in the Circulation Department. Reporting to the Circulation Supervisor and working alongside a motivated team, the Library Assistant II position is responsible for providing assistance to the public at service desks; answering routine directional and informational questions from the public, providing basic technology assistance including printing, photocopying, online program registration, and room bookings, creating and maintaining patron accounts, processing payment transactions, sorting and shelving books and other materials into alphabetical and numerical order, and performing other related duties as required. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent oral and written communication Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability Experience managing and recording payment transactions Strong computer skills and a positive orientation towards technology The successful candidate will also have: the ability to work independently and as part of a team; the ability to interact tactfully, courteously and effectively with people of all ages and other employees, completion of Grade 12 and preferably previous experience working in a busy public library setting. Familiarity with Sierra or another ILS platform is an asset. The off-desk portion of circulation work is physical, with staff moving books and materials throughout the day as well as operating and off-loading the automatic materials handing machine. Movements such as bending, reaching, lifting, gripping and pushing book trucks are involved throughout a shift. The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable police information check. Please include your availability in a cover letter or resume. This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy. Position Status Union (WVMEA) – Permanent, Part-Time 0.6 Union (WVMEA) – Replacement Temporary Part-Time 0.6 (for approximately 3 months) Hours Of Work 21 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary) Starting Rate Of Pay Permanent, Part-Time: $27.79 per hour Replacement Temporary Part-Time: $27.79 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits This position has a pay structure with five steps which increase annually Closing Date 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026 To Apply Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. 5520-26-WVMEA-40 / 5520-26-WVMEA-TEMP-55

Provide public assistance at service desks, including technology support, account management, and payment processing. Perform collections support tasks such as sorting and shelving materials and operating the automatic materials handling machine.

Requires completion of Grade 12 and strong interpersonal skills, with previous public library experience and familiarity with Sierra or other ILS platforms preferred. Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks like lifting and pushing book trucks and provide a police information check.

• Customer servicePreferred
• written communicationPreferred
• interpersonal skillsPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Payment ProcessingPreferred

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• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Organizational Ability
• Payment Processing
• Computer Literacy
• Technology Assistance
• Shelving
• Clerical Work
• Public Service

• Government & Public Sector
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Education
• Social Services

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

21 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level