Youth Services Library Assistant

Grande Prairie Public Library District is seeking a friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic Youth Services Library Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, teens, and families and is comfortable providing excellent customer service in a busy public library environment.

The Youth Services Library Assistant will assist with the daily operations of the Youth Services Department, including:

• Providing courteous and helpful service to children, teens, parents, caregivers, and other library patrons
• Assisting patrons in locating books, materials, and library resources
• Supporting youth programs, activities, special events, and outreach efforts
• Assisting with program preparation, setup, and cleanup
• Helping maintain an organized, welcoming, and safe Youth Services area
• Assisting patrons with computers, technology, databases, and other library resources
• Performing basic clerical and library-related duties as assigned
• Working cooperatively with Youth Services staff and other library departments
• Providing support for other library operations as needed

• Library Technical Assistant (LTA) certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous library, education, childcare, youth services, or customer-service experience is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working with children, teens, and families from a variety of backgrounds
• Basic computer and technology skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team
• Dependable, professional, flexible, and willing to assist where needed
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a public-service environment

Candidates must have a flexible schedule and be available to work a combination of daytime and evening hours. Weekend availability may also be required based on library needs.

• Employment Status:
  Part-Time
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Salary/Hourly Rate: $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Benefits: N/A
• Final date to receive applications:
  October 1, 2026

Grande Prairie Public Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.