Western Manitoba Regional Library Posted: August 17, 2026 Expires: August 31, 2026
Location Downtown Brandon (710 Rosser Ave.)
Compensation As per Collective Agreement - $20.26 hourly
Start Date Saturday, September 5th
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
Robust 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

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📌 Programming & Outreach Assistant (Manitoba)
🏢 Brandon University
📍 Manitoba