Page (Casual & Part Time Employment)
Requisition ID: 23944
Department: Ottawa Public Library
Service: Branch Operations
Employment Type: Multiple Casual and Permanent Part Time Positions
Work Hours: Various hours per week
Various Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Affiliation: CUPE 503 - Library - Public Service Job
Salary Information: $26.132 - $30.567 per hour (2026 rates of pay)
Location: Various Locations
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Ottawa Public Library
Application Close: 25/11/2026
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa Public Library (OPL) provides accessible, innovative library and information services throughout the City of Ottawa, that meet the unique needs of diverse communities, delivered through a range of vehicles and reflecting a citizen-centred approach. The Public Service units are responsible for the customer-centric public library activities, programs and services offered by the Library's 33 branches, mobile and digital services, to meet the needs in their catchment area.
You are responsible for carrying out the shelving and retrieval of books and other library materials and assisting with the processing of materials in the assigned branch. You are also responsible for answering general inquiries from the public, and transitioning all other questions to relevant staff.
Work is performed within the context of the policies and framework of the Library corporate culture as embodied in the Mission Statement, Core Values, Customer Experience Principles and the Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ position statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion, with particular emphasis on providing customer service excellence.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of Grade 9
No experience required
KNOWLEDGE
- Methods and techniques for sorting and shelving library materials according to alphabetical, Dewey Decimal or other prescribed sequence and procedures.
- Working knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation.
- General knowledge of Ottawa Public Library policies and procedures related to health and safety.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to sort and organize library materials in accordance with prescribed system and procedures.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to use tact, discretion and confidentiality
- Customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Ability to successfully complete all required training
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Strongly committed to quality customer service
- Ability to perform routine manual or clerical tasks, and maneuver book carts and lift boxes up to 40 pounds
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement:
- Some Positions: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
- Some Positions: Designated Bilingual – specific level of language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates who do not meet language requirements will be required to participate in training.
- Additional vacancies may occur during the competition process.
- Alternative educational credentials combined with job-related experience, demonstrated performance, and ability may be considered in lieu of stated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The Ottawa Public Library promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. The Ottawa Public Library provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
The Ottawa Public Library provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.