Library Assistant - Posting #181

School District No. 22 (Vernon) is currently accepting applications for a library assistant. This position is Monday to Friday - 20 hours per week, 10 month position.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending on the nature of the assignment the individual will be required to work as a Secretary, as a School Secretary, as a Library Clerk, or as a Receptionist.

Provide general clerical duties - including entering data, performing word processing duties, maintaining and filing a variety of files and records relating to attendance, addresses, transfers and lockers and receive and receipt monies and prepare bank deposits.

Communication including receiving, screening and directing phone calls and mail; communicating with staff, students and others and responding to inquiries and providing general information including responding to angry or upset staff, students and others.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12
• Six months of recent successful experience in the secretarial position, including working with computerized student information systems
• Typing 40wpm

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, employees and the public
• Proven computer skills to accurately and efficiently utilize standard office equipment and communication technology, word processing, spreadsheet programs, database management
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

This is a union position, CUPE Local 5523.

Casual clerical are called out to cover many positions in the district and the rate of pay is dependent upon the position that you are replacing.

While all applicants will be considered, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

Posting #181