Books & Audiobooks
A staff person stands in the Gamerspace at the Eastside Branch smiling at the camera
Why Work at WPL?
Embark on a rewarding journey with these compelling benefits – discover why working at WPL goes beyond a job, offering a fulfilling experience that positively impacts both you and the community we serve.
-
Collaborative and supportive teams -
OMERS pension with employer contributions -
Support for professional development -
Your birthday off with pay -
Casual dress code
Our Vision,
Mission & Values
Our Vision
We envision a thriving community that is multi-literate, engaged and welcoming to all.
Our Mission
We provide equitable access to lifelong learning and contribute to the wellbeing of all.
Our Values
-
Trust
We are a trusted community resource for diverse information and perspectives where the needs and privacy of all are respected. -
Equity
We prioritize equity, access and inclusion in everything we do. -
Joy of Discovery
We spark and sustain a culture of creativity, innovation and self-expression. -
Future Readiness
We support our community to address today's needs and tomorrow's potential. -
Compassion
We embrace the humanity in everyone and treat all with respect.
Shelver putting books through the sorter at the John M. Harper Branch
Close up of the mural at the John M. Harper Branch
Statement on Race and Social Equity
As leaders of North America’s public libraries, we are committed to achieving racial and social equity by contributing to a more just society in which all community members can realize their full potential. Our libraries can help achieve true and sustained equity through an intentional, systemic and transformative library-community partnership. Our library systems are working to achieve equity in the communities we serve by:
- Eliminating racial and social equity barriers in library programs, services, policies and practices
- Creating and maintaining an environment of diversity, inclusion and respect both in our library systems and in all aspects of our community role
- Ensuring that we are reaching and engaging disenfranchised people in the community and helping them express their voice
- Serving as a convener and facilitator of conversations and partnerships to address community challenges
- Being forthright on tough issues that are important to our communities
Libraries are trusted, venerable and enduring institutions, central to their communities and an essential participant in the movement for racial and social equity.
Originally endorsed by the Canadian Urban Libraries Council
Download the Statement in English & French
Job Postings
-
Digital Literacy Specialist
Digital Literacy Specialist
Main Library / Part-Time 13-Month Contract / 17.5 hours per week
Do you enjoy helping others gain confidence with technology? Do you love working with people and making a difference in their daily lives? We are searching for a Digital Literacy Specialist who thrives on problem-solving, enjoys teaching, and considers themselves to be a continuous learner. If you’re tech-savvy and people-friendly, this is your opportunity to turn your skills into meaningful impact. Sound like you?
What You’ll Do:
- Deliver one-on-one technology instruction to customers through WPL’s Tech Connect service.
- Provide reference and reader’s advisory services to customers. Assist customers with in-library technology and troubleshooting.
- Provide training to new staff on WPL’s e-resources and tech-related services and ongoing training to all staff on various topics.
- Create and update customer DIY tech resources including how-to guides and training resources.
What We’re Looking For:
- A minimum 2 years post-secondary diploma and at least 1 year of experience including technical training, customer service, ideally in a public service setting.
- Strong technology skills and comfort with mobile, desktop, and web-based tools.
- A friendly, patient, and approachable manner, with the ability to explain technology clearly.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with a knack for solving problems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and frequent interruptions.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and service needs.
Schedule
The regular schedule will be Mondays 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Thursdays 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., alternating Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and alternating Saturdays 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday shifts will alternate between our Eastside Branch and McCormick Branch. The ability to travel to all library locations is a requirement of this position.
Schedules are subject to change.
Salary/Wage/Benefits
The starting hourly rate is $30.90 (level E).
Optional OMERS pension, paid sick time and paid appointment time is provided. WPL offers a casual work environment, support for professional development and your birthday off with pay!
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by June 20, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. through the online application form.
-
Library Assistant, Collection Development
Library Assistant, Collection Development
Main Library / Full-Time 10-Month Contract / 35 hours per week
We are searching for an individual who is passionate about discovering and meeting our customer’s literacy and informational needs. Someone who is analytical by nature with the ability to use data as a way to understand the larger picture within library collections. Someone who is well-versed in library trends and technology with the ability to balance multiple priorities. Sound like you?
What You’ll Do:
- Respond to customer purchase suggestions. Use judgement to make selection decisions.
- Perform assigned collection development and maintenance including running reports, ordering and processing new material.
- Assist customers with proactive reader’s advisory, reference services and library technology.
- Acts as person in charge (PIC) at the branch locations.
- Contribute to the development of collection marketing initiatives.
What We’re Looking For:
- Outstanding communication, collaboration and overall interpersonal skills.
- Analytical thinker with the ability to make informed decisions and demonstrate good judgement.
- Excellent technology literacy skills and stays up to date with developments and trends in libraries.
- Library Technician Diploma or equivalent plus at least 2 years of related experience in library service or collections.
Schedule
The regular schedule will be Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., alternating Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Schedules are subject to change.
Tuesday shifts will be located at the Eastside Branch, all other shifts will be at the Main Library. The ability to work at any library location is required.
Salary/Wage/Benefits
The hourly rate is $30.90 (level E).
Optional OMERS pension, paid sick time and paid appointment time is provided. WPL offers a casual work environment, support for professional development and your birthday off with pay!
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm by using the online form.
Waterloo Public Library welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds including Indigenous persons, Black persons, persons of colour, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and others that will contribute to the broadening of our ideas and experiences.
Waterloo Public Library accommodates individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process please contact Human Resources by phone 519-886-1310, TTY 1-866-786-3941, or email jobs@wpl.ca.
Job Application Form
Interested in applying for one of the current job openings at Waterloo Public Library? Complete the form below to apply.