The Role
We are seeking a Temporary Team Lead for the Kamloops Library to coordinate day-to-day operations, membership, and circulation functions, and to promote the library’s vision, purpose and goals. You will create a superior customer experience by leading and modeling exemplary service. You will be responsible for scheduling staff to support customer service, developing and maintaining branch procedures and providing supervision including coaching, recruitment and evaluation of employees. You will help patrons of all ages with circulation, reference, readers’ advisory and technology questions. You will lead by example, developing and maintaining effective relationships with all staff, patrons and the community. You are a team-player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You understand and are able to apply emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in public library services. You will work collaboratively and collegially with library coordinators and managers to achieve the library’s goals. You will oversee the maintenance of library stacks including shelving, shelf reading, shifting and other related tasks. The schedule for this position is subject to change. There is a physical component to this position as well.
This is a full-time position (35 hours/week) on a six-week rotation (weeks 1-4 shifts are Monday to Friday, week 5 shifts are Sunday to Thursday, and week 6 shifts are Tuesday to Saturday) with the following schedule:
Sunday 8:30-4:00
Monday 9:30-5:00
Tuesday 9:30-5:00
Wednesday 9:30-5:00
Thursday 12:30-8:00
Friday 9:30-5:00
Saturday 9:30-5:00
This position is temporary and scheduled to end on January 29, 2028, or upon the return of the incumbent.
The schedule for this position is subject to change. This position may be extended or shortened with two weeks' notice.
