The Western Manitoba Regional Library is seeking an organized, friendly, and creative person to join our staff in the capacity of Programming & Outreach Assistant. This position is responsible for providing assistance with the planning and delivery of programming events and activities, including outreach initiatives. It will also be responsible for performing support duties relating to the areas of patron and circulation services within the library.

Location: Downtown Brandon (710 Rosser Ave.)

Weekly Hours: 10
• Saturdays – 10 AM to 2 PM
• 6 flexible hours

Compensation: As per Collective Agreement - $20.26 hourly

Start Date: Saturday, September 5th

Application process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via email to Alex Rogowsky, Manager of Programming & Community Services at alex@wmrl.ca by 9:00 am on Tuesday, August 25th

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work with the Manager of Programming and other Programming Assistants to create and facilitate library programs for all types of library patrons
• Manage program communications and registrations
• Create promotional materials for programs
• Coordinate with regional staff to promote programs and share resources
• Willing to travel to rural branches to help facilitate programming in other locations
• Maintain programming statistics
• Assist patrons in accessing the collection, including placing requests for patrons, and
providing assistance with eResources and electronic devices
• Facilitate the circulation of library material by checking items in and out
• Process registrations and renewals, process payments (fines, memberships, etc.) and assist in maintaining statistics
• Notify patrons of Holds over the phone and by email
• Answer public inquiries, including via telephone and email
• Answer reference questions, and perform internet and catalogue searches
• Create and maintain book displays
• Inform patrons of library policies and practices
• Interfile and shelve books and other materials
• Shelf read and perform light cleaning

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with programming in a public library setting
• Good computer knowledge and proficiency, comfortable using different software
• Familiarity with electronic devices
• Comfortable learning about and explaining various library eResources and providing assistance to patrons
• Good language skills and ability to follow directions
• Strong interpersonal skills, enjoys interacting with the public, comfortable teaching people of all ages
• Ability to work independently and solve minor problems
• Physically able to do light lifting and cleaning duties