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Part-Time Library Circulation Clerk
Closing Date: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Job Type: Part Time - Temps partiel
Wage: minimum wage
Hours: 10 hours bi-weekly with a combination of days, evenings and weekends as needed
Job Description:
The Blind River Public Library is currently looking for a part-time Circulation Clerk. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the head librarian/CEO and with a dedicated staff, to assist customers of all ages and abilities with their educational, recreational, and business information needs. Assistance with device/computer technology is very common.

Description and Duties:
As the Circulation Clerk, you will be responsible for various tasks including:
-Creating a welcoming, creative, and imaginative library space for the public
-Checking-in / Checking-out books
-Creating reservations for books and other library resources
-Creating various media including posters, pamphlets and updating website
-help to organize programs
-Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:
-Recent (within the last 6 months) Police Record Check (if hired)
-Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
-Fluent in English, both written and verbal
-Filing skills
-Customer service and people skills, communicating well with the public and team members
-Computer skills including keyboarding, e-mail, and general library software use
-Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, and Excel
-Moderate lifting, standing, carrying, reaching, bending, and navigation of stairs is necessary
-Bilingualism, both written and verbal is considered an asset
-Library knowledge is considered an asset
How to Apply:
All interested candidates are asked to apply with a cover letter, resume and references to:
Blind River Public Library
ATTN: Jennifer Fortin, CEO
8 Woodward Avenue
Blind River, ON P0R 1B0
brpl.ceo@gmail.com
*The Blind River Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodation is available upon request. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you to all who apply.

The Blind River Public Library is seeking a responsible, detail-oriented student to assist with daily operations. This is a great opportunity for students interested in gaining valuable work experience in a public library setting.
Position: Summer Student Library Page (June 22 – August 29, 2026)
Location: Blind River Public Library
Hours: 20-24 hours weekly, including evenings, weekends, for approximately 10 weeks
Wage: minimum wage
Responsibilities:
• Shelve and organize books and materials accurately
• Maintain orderly shelves by shelf-reading and straightening materials
• Process new items to get shelf ready
• Assist library staff with programming
• Assist patrons when needed
Requirements:
• Currently enrolled as a student and at least 14 years old
• Ability to alphabetize (fiction) and sort using the Dewey Decimal System (non-fiction)
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Friendly and reliable
How to Apply:
Submit a resume with references and cover letter by April 27, 2026 at 1:00 pm to:

Jennifer Fortin, CEO
Blind River Public Library
8 Woodward Ave,
Blind River, ON P0R 1B0
brpl.ceo@gmail.com
*The Blind River Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodation is available upon request. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you to all who apply.

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