Library Assistant - Casual / On Call
About the role
LIBRARY ASSISTANT II
(Casual On-Call)
Coquitlam School District invites applications from individuals for the position of on call casual Library Assistant II. As the third largest school district in the province, we are located within a 40-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The school district has a population of 34,000 students with approximately 4,400 teaching, administrative, managerial and support staff.
This on-call position is responsible for proving support services in the schools library. This includes cataloguing and classifying a variety of library items including both print and non-print materials, processing library items including adding security features. In addition, duties include circulating library materials using the automated system, performing shelving and shelf reading, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment, answering questions and assisting staff and students, assisting in the supervision of the library and library computer lab, following up on overdue items, performing clerical duties pertaining to the library and other related tasks as instructed by the teacher-librarian(s).
Required knowledge and skills
- A two (2) year diploma in Library Technology from a recognized college/institution or equivalent training and experience including a minimum of three credit courses in library technology.
- Able to multi-task and interact with students, parents, teachers, support staff and administration.
- Type a minimum of 40 wpm.
We offer $30.64 per hour plus 16% in lieu of benefits. Please note successful candidates must be available Monday through Friday while school is in session for on call casual work and must complete two criminal record checks prior to confirmation of hiring.
We appreciate your interest but regret that only those candidates selected for testing will be contacted**.**
SD43 (Coquitlam) values diversity in the workplace and strives to honor each persons unique lived experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates with varied backgrounds, cultures, races, abilities and intersectionality.
Posted On
April 10, 2026
Closing Date & Time
Ongoing
Job Type
Contract/Term, Occasional
Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff
City
Coquitlam
School/Location
Multiple locations
Salary
$30.64 per hour
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Certificates & Diplomas
Not the right fit? Search for Library Assistant jobs in Coquitlam, BC
About BC Public Schools
Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.
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Library Assistant - Casual / On Call
About the role
LIBRARY ASSISTANT II
(Casual On-Call)
Coquitlam School District invites applications from individuals for the position of on call casual Library Assistant II. As the third largest school district in the province, we are located within a 40-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The school district has a population of 34,000 students with approximately 4,400 teaching, administrative, managerial and support staff.
This on-call position is responsible for proving support services in the schools library. This includes cataloguing and classifying a variety of library items including both print and non-print materials, processing library items including adding security features. In addition, duties include circulating library materials using the automated system, performing shelving and shelf reading, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment, answering questions and assisting staff and students, assisting in the supervision of the library and library computer lab, following up on overdue items, performing clerical duties pertaining to the library and other related tasks as instructed by the teacher-librarian(s).
Required knowledge and skills
- A two (2) year diploma in Library Technology from a recognized college/institution or equivalent training and experience including a minimum of three credit courses in library technology.
- Able to multi-task and interact with students, parents, teachers, support staff and administration.
- Type a minimum of 40 wpm.
We offer $30.64 per hour plus 16% in lieu of benefits. Please note successful candidates must be available Monday through Friday while school is in session for on call casual work and must complete two criminal record checks prior to confirmation of hiring.
We appreciate your interest but regret that only those candidates selected for testing will be contacted**.**
SD43 (Coquitlam) values diversity in the workplace and strives to honor each persons unique lived experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates with varied backgrounds, cultures, races, abilities and intersectionality.
Posted On
April 10, 2026
Closing Date & Time
Ongoing
Job Type
Contract/Term, Occasional
Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff
City
Coquitlam
School/Location
Multiple locations
Salary
$30.64 per hour
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Certificates & Diplomas
Not the right fit? Search for Library Assistant jobs in Coquitlam, BC
About BC Public Schools
Make a Future is the official job board for K-12 education careers in British Columbia, created through a partnership involving BC's Ministry of Education and Child Care, public school boards, First Nations, and independent schools. The platform aims to connect passionate educators, leaders, and support staff with job opportunities in BC schools.