Public Archive Technicians Specific Skills

Assist in developing inventories, forms and finding aids; Participate in instructing and assisting users; Ensure that proper procedures are followed in the use of computerized document management systems

Library Technicians Specific Skills

Assist library users in accessing basic library materials; Catalogue new library acquisitions under the direction of a librarian; Perform manual and on-line reference searches and make interlibrary loans for users

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Type of Materials

Special materials (e.g., audio-cassettes, videos, maps, microform, educational kits, etc.); Serials or newspapers; Government publications; Foreign language materials; Electronic media (e.g., CD, DVD, USB key, etc.)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting Correctional facility

Analytical Techniques Statistical analysis

Computer Applications

MS Excel; MS Windows; MS Word; Internet; MS Outlook; Library classification system

Experience Experience an asset

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English