Job Description

The Quinte West Public Library inspires learning, literacy, creativity and connection. We are a two branch system, with locations in Trenton and Frankford, striving tirelessly to offer our community the best possible library experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate skills in library programming, technology assistance, and excellent customer service throughout the hiring process.

Quinte West Public Library enables all members of the community to benefit from self-directed, lifelong learning and recreation opportunities. The library offers a wonderful variety of materials and services across 2 branches in Frankford and Trenton. The accessible spaces provide a community hub for all to gather, to use our resources and to check out the great views. We encourage you to visit our website to discover how we inspire you to learn, read, create, and connect!
We are seeking a student to help with our summer programming and reading club from June 29, 2026 to August 22, 2026. This position will be 35 hours per week and may involve working one evening per week and occasional Saturday shifts, as well as at our Frankford Branch.

Duties:
• Assist in the delivery of fun, interesting, and educational activities for children of various ages
• Facilitate the summer reading club for children and youth, including registration, promotion, and interaction with readers in a meaningful manner
• Represent the library at community events in order to promote summer programming Assist with general library duties such as shelf reading, weeding, tidying, and digitization

Required:
• Creative and artistic with ability to assist in planning, preparation and delivery of highly engaging programs
• Ability to work well with others, as well as ability to self-motivate and work independently Strong time management skills, flexibility, and ability to work with short deadlines Customer service skills and ability to speak to an audience
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Preferred:
• Experience working with children and on a career path involving working in a library and/or with children
• Comfortable with science and technology based programming
• Comfortable with Google Suites

Eligibility:
Please note that applicants must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Social Insurance Number. This position is open to applicants between 15 and 30 years of age and must be enrolled in full time or part time education during the previous year and be returning to full time studies in the coming academic year. Applicants must be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment and will not have another Canada Summer Jobs funded job.

Other details:
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Hiring Rate: $20 /hour
• This is a full time temporary position

Personal information and any supporting material are collected and administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Quinte West Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-392-2841 ext. 1106 or hr@quintewest.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a driver’s abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position. The City of Quinte West does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates in its recruitment processes. All applications are reviewed and assessed by Human Resources staff and the hiring manager.