Recruitment Details

Library Shelver

Department: Community Services, Library Services

Designated Work Location: Bill and Helen Norrie Library (15 Poseidon Bay), On-site

Position Type: Up to 2 Temporary, Part-time positions - 6 month term

Hours of Work: Varying hours, as per below

Salary: $17.69 hourly as per the Library Shelver Classification within the C.U.P.E.

Collective

Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 127282

Closing Date: September 3, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs.

Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Metis, Inuit), Women, Persons with Disabilities, and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Reporting to the Branch Head Librarian or through the Section Head Librarian, the Library Shelver works under the direct supervision of the Circulation Supervisor (or designate).



The role is responsible for shelving, shelf reading, and checking materials to keep the collection organized and easy to access.

The Library

Shelver also provides general customer service, assists with opening and closing duties, set-up and take-down for various library activities, and helps circulation and other staff, as needed.

As The Library Shelver, You Will

- Organize material to ensure the public and staff have access to the collection.
- Provide assistance to customers and staff to maintain a safe and welcoming library environment.
- Perform opening, clean-up, and closing duties to maintain a tidy and efficient library environment.
- Support library events, projects and operational tasks.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

- Completion of Grade 10.
- Successful completion of a library education program is an asset.
- Experience providing customer service by working or volunteering with the public is an asset.
- Basic knowledge of library programs and services.
- Positive customer service skills.
- Strong verbal communication skills to answer customer questions and collaborate with other staff.
- Good written communication skills for the purpose of writing emails and general correspondence to other staff.
- Ability to read, write and speak English; French language skills are required for designated bilingual library branches.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to accurately alphabetize and put numbers in sequence, in a timely manner.
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
- Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment servicehttps://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit,



it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
- A Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search) satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
- Must be physically able to perform the duties of the job including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling book carts, and setting up tables and chairs.
- Must be able to work evening or weekend shifts, as required.

How To Apply APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

- Current resume (Required).
- For internal applicants: Please note, in accordance with Article 12-8, this position is typically filled by new employees. If you intend to apply for this external job posting, please contact the relevant HR department to clearly outline any unusual, irregular, or extraordinary reasons that should warrant your consideration for this role.
- Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
- Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 . Position Reports To: Branch Head Librarian

- If and when this temporary position becomes permanent, the successful applicant to this bulletin will automatically receive this position and a further bulletin will not be necessary.

BAHN07 | Bill and Helen Norrie Library (15 Poseidon Bay)

Summer Hours (11 hours) Monday 5 pm - 8 pm Tuesday 5 pm - 8 pm

Thursday 5 pm - 8 pm

Saturday 2 pm - 5 pm (2 in 3)

Winter Hours (13.67 hours)

Monday 5 pm - 8 pm

Tuesday 5 pm - 8 pm

Thursday 5 pm - 8 pm

Saturday 10 am - 1 pm (1 in 3); 2 pm - 5 pm (1 in 3)

Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm (2 in 3)

BAHN09 | Bill and Helen Norrie Library (15 Poseidon Bay)

Summer Hours (11 hours)

Monday 5 pm - 8 pm

Tuesday 5 pm - 8 pm

Thursday 5 pm - 8 pm

Saturday 2 pm - 5 pm (2 in 3)

Winter Hours (13.67 hours)

Monday 5 pm - 8 pm

Tuesday 5 pm - 8 pm

Thursday 5 pm - 8 pm

Saturday 10 am - 1 pm (1 in 3); 2 pm - 5 pm (1 in 3)

Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm (2 in 3)

Legend

- (1 in 3) - employee works the assigned hours 1 out of 3 weeks.
- (2 in 3) - employee works the assigned hours 2 out of 3 weeks.
- Winter hours are Labour Day - Victoria Day

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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