SRCE-25-593, IECA, Library Technician

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement , senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position, may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,050 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2024-2025, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,981 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

The Library Technician falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Collective Agreement 2023-24.indd (srce.ca)

Work Schedule: 4 hours/day

Deadline for Applications: 08/13/2025, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 09/02/2025

Library Technician

Responsibilities:

• Maintain circulation system, including borrowing records, re-shelving, overdue notices, etc.;

• Maintain inventory of library materials (shelf list and catalogue, or computerized database where applicable);

• Maintain and post schedule for library use;

• Classify new library materials, and maintain existing collection;

• Catalogue new library materials, and maintain existing library catalogue;

• Organize and maintain vertical files as needed;

• Organize and maintain periodical collection;

• Maintain and circulate audiovisual hardware and software;

• Order, with permission of the principal, the necessary print and non-print materials for the library collection and library supplies required to maintain library operations;

• Perform regular annual inventory of library resources;
• Weed, as required, materials and equipment from the library collection;

• Keep financial records and account for any library funds;

• Promotion of library materials to school staff;

• Provide reference services to staff and students;

• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Completion of a library technician information technology diploma program, or a minimum of two years of recent training and experience as a Library Technician in a full-time position in a school setting;

• Knowledge of ordering and cataloguing written materials;
• Training and/or experience in recordkeeping and filing;
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision;
• Excellent computer skills related to word processing, recordkeeping and in the use of the internet;
• Proficiency in the knowledge of library software and all relevant systems (e.g. ResourceMate);
• Experience working in an educational setting.

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references check prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education