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DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM

$13.50/hr

The part-time (24.75 hours per week) Public Services Assistant Position is located at McCormick Riverfront Library and is $13.50/hr. The schedule is: Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday - 2:00pm to 7:15pm ...

Uottawa

CA$69K - CA$86K/yr

Library and Archives # of Open Positions: 1 Faculty/Service - Department: User Engagement ... Part-time schedule of 23 hours per week. The schedule will contain weekends, evenings and public ...

City of Ottawa

Maintenance Helper (Part-time)

Ottawa, ON

CA$22.84 - CA$26.73/hr

Facility Operations Service Employment Type: 1 or more Part-time Continuous Positions - up to 24 ... libraries, child care, paramedic posts, recreation, culture, public works, City Hall and other ...

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How much do part time library jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time library in Ontario is $17.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.06 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time library job?

Part-time library jobs are roles within libraries that require employees to work fewer hours than a traditional full-time schedule, often ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week. These positions can include jobs such as library assistants, clerks, shelvers, or even part-time librarians. Responsibilities typically involve helping patrons, shelving books, checking materials in and out, and assisting with library programs. Part-time roles are ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking flexible working hours. Benefits and requirements for these jobs can vary depending on the library and location.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by part time library staff?

Part-time library staff are often responsible for assisting patrons with locating materials, checking items in and out, shelving books, and helping to maintain an organized, welcoming environment. A common challenge is balancing peak times when multiple patrons require assistance, especially during busy periods or special events. Additionally, part-time employees may need to quickly adapt to new technologies and library systems, as well as collaborate with full-time staff to ensure smooth daily operations. This role is a great opportunity to build customer service and organizational skills in a supportive, community-focused setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time library assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Library Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic literacy and computer proficiency, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library catalog systems (such as Koha or Sierra), digital archives, and office equipment is typically required. Strong customer service, communication skills, and a collaborative attitude help you engage effectively with patrons and team members. These abilities ensure efficient library operations and a positive experience for library users.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Library job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,744 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Librarian - Limited Term

Ontario Tech University

Oshawa, ON

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Summary/Nature of work: 

Durham College and Ontario Tech UniversityLibrary invite applications for a Part-Time Liaison Librarian (24 hours perweek). This temporary appointment offers an exciting opportunity to contributeto student success, teaching excellence, and research support within acollaborative academic environment. The end date of the contract is October2027.

Working alongside a team of librarians andlibrary technicians, the successful candidate will provide research assistance,information literacy instruction, outreach, and collection support for programsin Durham College's Faculty of Social and Community Services. Throughinnovative and responsive library services, the Liaison Librarian will helpstudents, faculty, and staff navigate an evolving information landscape anddevelop the skills needed for academic and professional success.

While primarily based at the North Oshawacampus library, the successful candidate may occasionally work at other librarylocations.

Reporting to the Associate UniversityLibrarian, Scholarly Resources, the Liaison Librarian serves as the primarylibrary contact for assigned academic programs within Durham College's Facultyof Social and Community Services.

The successful candidate will maintainstrong partnerships with faculty and campus partners, deliver engaginginstruction, provide expert research support, and contribute to the developmentof collections and services that align with curriculum needs. The incumbentwill actively participate in initiatives related to information literacy,student engagement, scholarly communication, open education, and emergingtechnologies that support teaching and learning.

New graduates andemerging professionals are encouraged to apply for this position

Responsibilities/accountabilities: 

  • Provide responsive researchassistance and consultation services to students, faculty, and staff throughin-person, virtual, and asynchronous channels
  • Design, deliver, and assessinformation literacy instruction that supports academic success, criticalthinking, and ethical information use
  • Develop and maintain strongpartnerships with academic departments and campus service areas
  • Evaluate, develop, and managecollections that support teaching, learning, and applied research in assigneddisciplines
  • Promote library services,resources, and initiatives to increase awareness, engagement, and studentsuccess
  • Contribute to the developmentof learning materials, guides, tutorials, and online resources
  • Support initiatives relatedto open educational resources (OER), scholarly communication, copyright, andemerging educational technologies
  • Monitor trends inlibrarianship, higher education, AI, digital literacy, and assigned subjectdisciplines to inform service development
  • Participate in librarycommittees, projects, assessment activities, and strategic initiatives
  • Contribute to an inclusive,welcoming, and student-centered learning environment

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