Division: Cultural ServicesJob Status: Temporary Part TimeNumber of Positions: 1Hours of Work: 26 hours per weekWage Rate: $23.37 - $27.89 per hourPosting Date: Monday, July 27, 2026Closing Date: Monday, August 3, 2026Location: Region 2 Libraries (Forest, Grand Bend, Arkona, Thedford, Port Franks, and Watford)About UsThe County of Lambton is located in Southwestern Ontario, nestled along Lake Huron and the St. Clair River, next to the state of Michigan and is home to a diverse and welcoming population of approximately 128,000 residents.The Corporation of the County of Lambton is one of the area's largest employers with approximately 1,300 employees. The County's seven divisions deliver hundreds of services and programs to our residents, such as emergency medical services, provincial offences court, three long-term care homes, 25 library branches, three museums, an art gallery, archives, public works, public health services, social services, planning and building services.We are committed to sustainability, economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with our municipal and community partners.About The RoleAs a member of the Lambton County Library system, the Branch Assistant is responsible for providing front line customer service to visitors of Lambton County Library. In addition to promoting a welcoming and inviting library setting, the Branch Assistant will provide a wide variety of circulation duties, conduct necessary administrative duties, provide information services, reference and referral service as well as readers' advisory services. The Branch Assistant is responsible for delivering a library service that meets the strategic direction set forth by senior management and Lambton County Council.Circulation DutiesAssist patrons to obtain all types of materials such as books, videos, audiobooks,



and to access computers following established policies and proceduresIssue new and replacement library cards to patronsProvide new patrons with orientation and tours of library and answer all questions/concernsPlace library materials on hold for patrons; contact patrons when items are available when necessaryCollect feesSend library materials to other branches as neededCheck material in and out; shelve returned materialsReaders' Advisory/Reference WorkAdvise patrons in the selection and location of requested material/informationAssist with wide range of research queriesRespond to general inquiries and address patron questions regarding use of computer, Internet and other programmesProgramming DutiesDeliver programming as directed by Lambton County Library, which may include organizing the dates, times, registration, and other required planningPromote reading and lifelong learning in the community through established programs such as story hour, summer reading challenge, book clubsAdministrative DutiesPerform photocopying, mail sorting and distributionBalance petty cash and submit revenue from feesRecord and distribute circulation, programming statisticsOrder supplies from Library Headquarters as neededMaintain necessary corporate files in accordance with the County of Lambton's Records Retention By-lawCustomer Service / Communication ResponsibilitiesRepresent the library effectively in the communityInteract pleasantly and courteously with the public, community partners and staff,



promoting a harmonious workplaceProvide instructions or assistance to the public in the use of new technologies and / or electronic platformsOther Job Tasks / ResponsibilitiesEnsure the effective use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)Develop an understanding of electronic platforms and resources that can be used by patrons to enhance their library experienceGeneralIncumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribedIncumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands AnalysisThese describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.Supervision RequirementsDirect Supervision: NoneIndirect Supervision: NoneFunctional Authority: Regularly provide guidance and instruction to Library Pages, Summer Students, and volunteersWhat We Are Looking ForMinimum Formal EducationTwo-Year College Diploma, or the equivalent in combination of education and experienceExperienceMinimum six months in a service-related job or previous volunteer work in a LibraryComputer experience including Microsoft Office products, Outlook, Internet, electronic database, digital platforms, etc.Interpersonal, communication, and customer service skillsPrevious library experience and experience using an Integrated Library System (ILS) an assetCredentialsA satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and / or Police Information Check, as applicablePersonal information required by County of Lambton job postings is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990, CHAPTER M.56, as amended. The treatment, storage and handling of personal information is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER M.56, as amended and will be used in reviewing applications. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Corporate Manager, Human Resources, County of Lambton, 789 Broadway Street, Box 3000, Wyoming, Ontario N0N 1T0. Phone (phone hidden) or Toll-free at 1-(phone hidden). #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Branch Assistant (Lambton County)
🏢 The Corporation of the County of Lambton
📍 Lambton County