Programming & Outreach Assistant

Western Manitoba Regional Library Posted:
August 17, 2026 Expires:
August 31, 2026

Downtown Brandon (710 Rosser Ave.)

As per Collective Agreement - $20.26 hourly

Saturday, September 5th

• 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

• 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
• Strong 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