Assistant Community Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call (no guaranteed hours) VERNON BRANCH This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our Vernon Branch. On-call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff. Download the job description for current job requirements and position details. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please direct applications to:
Director of Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library 1430 KLO Road Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3P6 E-mail: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Please quote Competitions #17-128 Closing Date: December 18, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Payroll Administrator Auxiliary/On-call - This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 35 hours per week. (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for a Payroll Administrator. This position performs payroll administration, cash management, accounting, accounts receivables, reporting, and responding to general financial enquiries under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer. The work involves attention to details, mental concentration and requires mathematical skills as well as a good understanding of business and payroll matters.
The incumbent must possess the skills to effectively communicate with internal staff and external suppliers showing courtesy, interest and tact; must be able to handle sensitive information with discretion; organize work to meet strict deadlines.
Okanagan Regional Library has two union agreements and an exempt employee group.
Education Grade 12 Completed the Certified Payroll Manager Certification (CPM) in the Canadian Payroll Association Completion of Level 2 prerequisites of the CMA designation program or their equivalents
Experience Three year's recent experience in a large, computerized payroll environment
If you meet all of the requirements, then we would like to hear from you. Please forward a covering letter, a resume and references via mail, fax, or e-mail to:
Director of Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library 1430 K.L.O. Road Kelowna, BC V1W 3P6 E-mail: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Competition #: 17- 121 Closing Date: January 4, 2018
Permanent Part Time Kelowna Branch 23 Hours Weekly (This position covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
The Technical Assistant's primary function is to provide technical assistance for customers and staff. This includes technical training, trouble shooting and device support. In addition, this position may be required to assist with program design and delivery as well as provide tech support for meeting/classroom spaces and outreach activities including setting up equipment as needed for lessons or programs.
Grade 12, plus successful completion of post-secondary (college or university) coursework in computer science equivalent to two full terms of first year general computer science courses providing a broad background in hardware, software, networking and coding.
B. Experience
2 years’ technical support experience or formal teaching experience.
Experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of modern tools from advanced software to a variety of equipment.
Experience with 3D printers, sound/recording equipment, video equipment, lighting and green screen studio.
Experience with Social Media Platforms.
If you meet all of the requirements above, then we would like to hear from you. Please forward a covering letter, a resume and references, via mail, fax or email to:
Director of Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library Headquarters 1430 K.L.O. Road Kelowna, BC V1W 3P6 E-mail: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Competition Closes: December 6, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-120
We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however; only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Branch Head I Librarian Permanent Part-Time Rutland Branch
Do you have a passion for exceeding customer expectations and the ability to build strong ties within the community through outreach? Do you possess a commitment & understanding of meeting community needs? Do you enjoy supporting front line staff to assure exceptional service is delivered to library customers.
About the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL)
This position is in the Rutland branch of the Okanagan Regional Library and is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Kelowna, B.C. The ORL is Canada’s 16th largest public library system, serving over 370,000 people and an area of roughly 50,000 square km. Libraries in the system have won numerous awards, and the culture of innovation and community connection throughout the ORL makes it an exciting place to work.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will be planning and organizing library branch resources and services to meet community needs and interests. The individual will develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, customers, and the community; be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and stay aware of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in public library services.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education
Master's Degree from an accredited Library School or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Related Experience
This position is 28 hours weekly. Salary range for this position is $53,886.56 - $57,337.28. If you meet all of the requirements, then we would like to hear from you. Please forward a covering letter, a resume and references via mail, fax, or e-mail to:
Competition #: 17-106 Closing Date: November 10, 2017
Virtual Branch Head Librarian Temporary Full-Time (December 11, 2017 – October 12, 2018)
This position is covered under the PEA Collective Agreement
Okanagan Regional Library is seeking an innovative, energetic, and creative Virtual Branch Librarian who will provides expertise and direction relating to the acquisition, management, and discovery of electronic resources. This position is responsible for keeping abreast of emerging trends in content delivery.
Okanagan Regional Library (ORL)
This position is in our Headquarters location of the Okanagan Regional Library and is located in the beautiful lakeside city of Kelowna, B.C. The ORL is Canada’s 16th largest public library system, serving over 370,000 people and an area of roughly 50,000 square km. Libraries in the system have won numerous awards, and the culture of innovation and community connection throughout the ORL makes it an exciting place to work.
The Virtual Branch Head plans, develops and promotes virtual services for the Okanagan Regional Library.
The individual will coordinate the website, mobile apps and the selection of digital library resources and services to meet community needs and interests. The incumbent advocates for online resources; provides training support to the staff; promotes community awareness of virtual services.
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited library school including courses in Information Technology (ie: Topics in Computer Based Information Systems; Foundations of Information Technology; Visual Literacy for Information Professionals)
Two year’s relevant public library experience, including one year’s experience in website design and construction.
This position is temporary full-time 35 hours weekly from December 11, 2017 to October 12, 2018. Salary range for this position is $67,337.81 - $71,670.59. If you meet all of the requirements, then we would like to hear from you. Please forward a covering letter, a resume and references via mail, fax, or e-mail to:
Competition #: 17-112 Closing Date: December 14, 2017
Career Opportunity Director of Public Services Okanagan Regional Library
The Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) is seeking a senior leader to help shape the continuing transformation of public library services and the development of the library’s role as a learning organization, in alignment with the directions outlined in our current strategic plan (http://www.orl.bc.ca/about-us/policies-and-reports).
Located in beautiful British Columbia, the ORL stretches from Golden in the Rocky Mountains through the wine and fruit producing lands of the Okanagan Valley to the semi-desert Osoyoos at the US border. It is the 16th largest library system in Canada, with 29 branches, over 250 employees, and a service population of over 370,000 people.
Two Directors of Public Service (DPS) share the responsibility of directing the public facing programs and services of the library. Both DPS incumbents report directly to the CEO, and are a key part of the senior management team, along with members from finance, technology, HR, and Administrative services. Each DPS takes on a portfolio of focus (currently these are ‘partnerships and programs’ and ‘the customer experience’) in addition to directly supervising managers in either the Southern or Northern ORL branches. The current vacancy will be assigned the Southern branches and the ‘customer experience’ portfolio to start, though assignments can change over time and through collaborative strategy developed at the senior management table.
We are seeking a candidate who has a true vision for ensuring that library service creates a positive impact on both our communities and our users, and is proven effective in sharing and realizing such a vision. The successful candidate will thrive in a team environment and be skilled in creating meaningful collaborations with outside groups. The DPS is highly skilled in staff development using a combination of engagement, coaching, directing and evaluation techniques to ensure staff are empowered and effectively deployed.
A person of integrity and self-direction, the DPS will be open, respectful, focused and possesses strong communication, problem-solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited library science program, supplemented with a minimum of seven years’ experience in a public library, including three years in senior administrative and management.
This position is permanent full-time 35 hours weekly. Salary range for this position is $90,000- $110,000. If you meet all of the requirements, then we would like to hear from you. Please forward a covering letter, a resume and references via mail, fax, or e-mail to:
Competition #: 17-114 Closing Date: November 17, 2017
Expressions of interest, including an up-to-date resume and covering letter, should be forwarded to jobs@orl.bc.ca indicating the individual’s date of availability to undertake the position as Director of Public Services.
Assistant Community Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call (no guaranteed hours) SUMMERLAND BRANCH This position is Non-Union.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our Summerland branch. On-call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff. Download the job description for current job requirements and position details. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please direct applications to:
Please quote Competitions #17-107 Closing Date: November 17, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
Permanent Part Time Kelowna Branch 27 Hours Weekly (This position covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
Competition Closes: October 31, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-105
Assistant Community Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call (no guaranteed hours) ARMSTRONG, ENDERBY, FALKLAND BRANCHES This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our Central Okanagan Branches. On-call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff. Download the job description for current job requirements and position details. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please direct applications to:
Please quote Competitions #17-90 Closing Date: October 18, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
Library Page Permanent Part Time Salmon Arm 4 Hours Weekly (Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
Duties will include sorting and re-shelving library materials and other related assignments.
The successful applicant:
Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library Headquarters 1430 K.L.O. Road Kelowna, BC V1W 3P6 E-mail: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Competition Closes: October 6, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-88
We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however; only short listed applicants will be contacted
Community Librarian II Temporary Full-Time (January 2, 2018 - December 31, 2018) 35 Hours Weekly Revelstoke Branch (This position is non-union)
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for a Community Librarian II at our Revelstoke branch. This position is temporary full-time.
Education: Grade 12 or equivalent Two years post secondary education CLTP courses include Supervisory Skills for Library Staff, Introduction to Reference & Information Services, Library Services for Children
Qualifications: Experience working in public library setting including demonstrated experience in community relationships, outreach programming, including branch programming development and delivery and public speaking. Basic knowledge of library procedures and services Basic knowledge of cash procedures Aptitude for detailed work Good oral and good written communication skills Good organizational skills, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Physical ability to handle boxes of books Ability to prepare and deliver storytime programs to children Keyboarding 35 w.p.m. Valid B.C. Driver’s License
Director of Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library 1430 KLO Road Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3P6
E-mail: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Closing Date: September 29, 2017 Please quote Competitions #17-84
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply as outlined below quoting competition #17-84
Library Page Permanent Part Time Enderby 2 Hours Weekly (Wednesday 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (4 hours minimum on non-school days including week-ends, school vacation breaks and professional development days)
(This position is non-union)
Competition Closes: September 29, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-78
Assistant Community Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call (no guaranteed hours) Central Okanagan (Kelowna, Lake Country, Mission, Rutland, Westbank) This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement.
Please quote Competitions #17-79 Closing Date: September 22, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
Library Page Permanent Part Time Westbank 4 Hours Weekly (Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:00 & Thursdays 4:00 - 6:00) (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
Competition Closes: September 20, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-67
Competition Closes: September 15, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-72
Library Page Permanent Part Time Princeton 2 Hours Weekly (Thursdays 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (4 hours minimum on non-school days including week-ends, school vacation breaks and professional development days)
(This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
Competition Closes: September 8, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-73
Library Page Permanent Part Time Salmon Arm 4 Hours Weekly (Friday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
Competition Closes: September 8, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-61
ASSISTANT COMMUNITY LIBRARIAN AUXILIARY/ON-CALL SOUTH SHUSWAP BRANCH (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
On-Call staff work on as “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our South Shuswap branch. Please download the job description for the current job requirements and position details.
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply as outlined below quoting competition 17-64.
Director of Human Resources Okanagan Regional Library 1430 KLO Road Kelowna, BC V1W 3P6
Email: jobs@orl.bc.ca Fax: (250) 861-8696
Closing Date: September 5, 2017 Please quote Competition #17-64
Assistant Community Librarian Auxiliary/On-Call Lake Country Branch Competition Number: 17-58 Closing Date: August 11, 2017, 3:00 PM
This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our Lake Country Branch. On-call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff. Download the job description for current job requirements and position details. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please direct applications to:
Please quote Competitions #17-58
ASSISTANT COMMUNITY LIBRARIAN TEMPORARY PART TIME - JULY 30, 2017 - JULY 28, 2018) AUXILIARY/ON-CALL SUNDAYS 10:45 - 3:15 MISSION BRANCH (This position is covered under the CUPE Collective Agreement)
On-Call staff work on an “as needed” basis, often covering for the absences of regularly scheduled staff.
The Okanagan Regional Library has a vacancy for an temporary part-time and auxiliary/on-call Assistant Community Librarian at our Mission Branch. Please download job description for current job requirements and position details.
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply as outlined below quoting competition #17-45.
Closing Date: July 21, 2017
Please quote Competitions #17-45
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