FSPL Careers & Volunteering

Summer Programmer
(4 month position)

Are you an energetic, creative student looking for a fun, fast-paced summer job?

The Fort Saskatchewan Public Library is looking for a reliable, passionate, and enthusiastic person who can provide excellent programming for all ages. This summer you will have the opportunity to work on a team, and independently, to provide programming in the library, and out in the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, plan, and present summer games with the programming team, and assist with the Summer Reading Club
• Prepare, plan, and present a weekly summer program
• Assist with regular programs, such as After School LEGO and After School STEM
• Plan and present outreach programs such as storytimes
• Present to audiences at promotional events about programming at the library, and about library services and resources
• Shelving, shelf reading, and other collection duties, as assigned
• Provide excellent customer service
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of at least one year in a post-secondary degree or diploma (e.g. Library Studies, Education, or Early Childhood Development) and continuing studies in the Fall
• Experience in a public library environment is an asset
• Comfort with new and innovative technologies is an asset
• Experience working with children is preferred
• Previous customer service work experience is an asset
• The successful applicant must be able to work a flexible schedule of days, evenings, and weekends
• Valid Driver’s license is preferred 

SKILLS

• Enthusiasm, energy and creativity
• Passionate about libraries and programming
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and skills related to using devices, online resources, and office equipment
• Attention to accuracy and detail, a positive customer service attitude, time management skills, and the ability to multi-task are necessary while working in a busy environment
• Ability to work on a team and independently
• Reliability is essential in this team environment

 DETAILS

• Pay is $19.38 per hour
• 35 hours per week – May 6 to August 23, 2019

Deadline for application:  Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 9pm

Please submit resumes, with cover letter, via e-mail (Word or PDF format) to:

Emily Paulsen, Public Services Manager
Fort Saskatchewan Public Library
10011 – 102 Street
Fort Saskatchewan, AB   T8L 2C5
epaulsen@fspl.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Calling All Makers!

Do you have a passion and talent for do-it-yourself projects such as scrapbooking, repurposing, painting, repairing or upcycling? The Fort Saskatchewan Public Library is looking for creative individuals to host its monthly DIY Night. The DIY Nights occur every third Monday of the month from 7-8:30 pm. Anyone interested can call Samantha at 780-912-2159 or submit a project proposal including their full name, contact information, photo and description of their project to ssutherland@fspl.ca. A small honorarium will be provided to the selected hosts.