Permanent part-time (31% - 10 hrs per week) Library Assistant

Permanent part-time (31% - 10 hrs per week) Library Assistant

• Position Type:
  Administrative Support/ Library Assistant
• Date Posted:
  7/29/2026
• Location:
  
  Wolseley High School
• Date Available:
  
  08/26/2026
• Closing Date:
  08/14/2026

At Prairie Valley School Division, we strive to inspire lifelong learners and engaged citizens. Our work is guided by our core values. We believe in the power of Compassion
, caring for others with empathy, kindness, and genuine concern without judgment. We prioritize a sense of Belonging
, embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion for all to succeed.

Our commitment to Integrity means we uphold honesty, ethical behaviour and being true to our word by taking ownership for all our actions. We believe in Collaboration
, engaging in meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and open, transparent communication. Finally, we thrive on Curiosity
, continuously inspiring excellence, growth and improvement fueled by innovation, creativity and courage.
We believe all employees have an important role in ensuring students have the best possible opportunities to achieve success in learning and life. If you are looking for a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can have a positive impact on student success and our school communities, we invite you to apply for the Library Assistant
position at Wolseley High School in the community of Wolseley
. Wolseley High School offers grade 7 to 12 programming to an enrolment of approximately 95 students. Grenfell is located 109 km east of Regina. This is a permanent part-time position that will commence on August 26, 2026.

Role Overview:
The Library Assistant is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the school library in order to create a positive, welcoming and relevant centre of learning for all members of the school community.

What you will do:

• Independently and accurately perform basic cataloguing functions using standards of professional librarianship:
  • Create"copy" catalogue records and edit bibliographic records available through online databases.
  • Accurately generate labels and bar codes.
  • Maintain, edit, add,and delete patron records, using appropriate utilities.
  • Complete regular inventories of resources at schools.
  • Employ division cataloguing and library automated system standards that reflect standards recommended by the Ministry and other recognized library organizations.
  • Collaborate regularly with team members to ensure a high level of accuracy, detail, and consistency within cataloguing records and for cataloguing practices.
• Order approved resources and send information for new resources to a library technician to create the bibliographic record.
• Provide reference services to teachers and students, including assisting in locating and using library materials for reading, research, units of work and resource-based learning.
• Maintain inventory of resources, ensuring computer-based circulation protocols are followed, collect overdue materials and attendto inventory management.
• Acquire and process resources (shelving, filing, laminating, repairing), order library consumables and process materials received.
• Promotean inviting library environment conducive to student achievement by assisting with reading activities, displays and events that engage students and contribute to the school-wide literacy culture.
• Assist teachers in the supervision of student use of the library.
• Attendand participate in regular division library staff meetings and professional development.
• Perform other duties as may be required or assigned by the School Administrator.

What will make you successful:

• A minimum of one year post-secondary education in a field such as business administration or office administration or an approved Library Clerk certificate.
• A working knowledge of computers and Microsoft applications of Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Experience in a library setting would be an asset.
• High degree of proficiency in database software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate courtesy and professionalism.
• Familiarity with library…