Casual Library Assistant

London Public Library Casual Library Assistant February 2026

Job Category: Public Services

Requisition Number: CASUA001028

• Full-Time

• On-site

• Central Branch 

JOIN US AS OUR NEW CASUAL LIBRARY ASSISTANT!

Are you interested in?

• Providing excellent customer service to all patrons as a key customer service point of contact with members of the public interested in accessing London Public Library services
• Providing assistance with technology
• Providing information services, reference and referral services, as well as readers’ advisory services
• Assisting patrons in our lending services
• Possibility of moving into Temporary, Permanent Part-Time or Permanent Full-Time positions

Do you have?
• Outstanding customer service skills
• A passion for working with the public and assisting the London community
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with customers
• Knowledge and experience using technology such as: computer software, scanners, photocopiers, research databases, hand held devices such as iPads, e-readers, smart phones, our digital collection
• Enthusiasm, creativity, are outgoing, and a continuous learner
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Two years post-secondary education
• The ability to work on an on-call, as needed, temporary basis throughout our 16 locations;
• The availability to be able to work a minimum of 25 hours per week, including days, evenings and Saturdays, as requested

Salary

$24.438 to $31.221 per hour.

Candidates are requested to submit a detailed resume outlining experience and qualifications by 9 pm on March 10, 2026 

About

London Public Library is a place for everyone—a community anchor where people come to learn, create, connect, and discover. With 16 neighbourhood branches across the city, a dedication to outreach, and a wide range of online resources, we support Londoners at every age and stage of their lives. Our work is guided by our core values: Exceptional Customer Service and Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, supported by Strong Relationships, Digital Empowerment, Accountability and Responsibility, and Foundational Literacies. 

AI

London Public Library is not currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) during any stage of the hiring process.

Accommodation:

London Public Library is committed to a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process. We follow the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to ensure all applicants are supported. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let the HR representative know when you are contacted. We will work with you to make sure your needs are met.

Application process: 

London Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all equity-denied groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people, and women. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Candidates who receive a conditional offer will need to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Police Information Check at their expense. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you have technical issues while applying, please email human.resources@lpl.ca.

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