Library Assistant - Part Time - Contract

Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada's most-visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America. At ROM, we are dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement. As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces. We are committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.
As we continue to work toward our goals to transform and evolve as one of the world’s foremost 21st-century museums, we seek passionate and dynamic team members who embody our mission and values.
We are seeking a Library Technician- Acquisitions and Circulation, to support the daily operations of the ROM Library & Archives.
Reporting to the Interim Manager, Library & Archives, this role is responsible for a range of public services, archival support, acquisitions, and collections maintenance activities. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external users to ensure library and archival materials are accessible, well-maintained, and managed according to professional standards.
This role requires strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Deliver front-line library services, including circulation, retrieval, shelving, and assisting users with the library catalogue, databases, and research inquiries
Support archival operations by assisting with inventories, updating finding aids, rehousing materials, and facilitating access to archival collections
Coordinate acquisitions processes, including ordering monographs, verifying duplication, processing invoices, and liaising with curators and suppliers
Provide support for interlibrary loans and document delivery, including bibliographic verification, lending/borrowing, and tracking requests
Manage library systems and records, including patron accounts, loan records, and research appointment scheduling
Support safe handling and security of collections, including rare and archival materials
Assist with supervising student placements and volunteers as required
Completion of a Library Technician or Archival Technician diploma (2-year program), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a library or archives environment
Knowledge of Library of Congress Classification (LCC), MARC 21, and Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)
Experience with automated library systems, circulation module, and interlibrary loan procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and experience with library/archival databases
Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to support a wide range of users
French language skills are an asset

START DATE: ASAP

Part-time contract
OPSEU Local 543
A 30-minute virtual conversation** with a Recruiter to discuss your interest in the role and ROM and how you can make an impact.
# A 1-hour in-person or virtual interview with the Hiring Manager and a member of the HR team. All virtual conversations and interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams and may be recorded.**
Daily interactions with Toronto's diverse culture and international visitors offer insights into social and cultural trends. We champion inclusive community programs and connections through diverse experiences.
We are passionate about the arts, global history, cultural diversity, and leveraging digital technologies to enhance accessibility.
Academic collaboration: We are committed to education, partnering with universities and providing student resources, underscoring our dedication to research and accessibility.
We’re keen to meet candidates who can contribute their talents to our goals, and will consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
At ROM, we embrace diversity in our exhibits, communities, and teams. We encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and those who can further diversify our ideas. We welcome and accommodate candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process. International applicants with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply.
ROM uses technology-assisted tools (including JazzHR TalentFit) to support the review and screening of applications. This posting is for an existing vacancy.