Order Clerk
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 40 driving kilometres of Hay River.
Department Information
The Department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) provides the residents of the Northwest Territories with access to quality programs, services and support to assist them in making informed and productive choices for themselves and their families with regard to education, training, careers, employment and labour, child development, languages, culture and heritage.
Job Information
Located on the southern shores of the Great Slave Lake in Hay River, NT, the Library Order Clerk position will be responsible for the purchasing and receiving of books, DVDs, periodicals, an all library and office supplies for NWT Public Library Services to ensure timely and accurate procurement of library resources.
The Library Clerk reports to the Head of Technical Services, and is responsible for the procurement of library resources for 21 community libraries in the Northwest Territories, the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and the Borrow-by-Mail (BMM) programs. While the purchasing is performed under approval of the Head of Technical Services and the Territorial Librarian and must follow all Government of the Northwest Territories Legislation, policies, procedures, and purchasing best practices.
The Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for this position are:
- Knowledge of and ability to use computer information systems, including word processing and publishing programs such as MS Word, Excel, Access, Internet, and e-mail applications.
- Knowledge of, and /or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of Integrated Library System (ILS) and Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC)
- Knowledge of Financial processes for ordering, receiving, and payment of purchased material.
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
- Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a cross-cultural environment.
The above Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are Typically attained by:
- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years experience minimum with procurement, shipping and receiving, and supply management.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25787
Closing Date: October 9, 2023 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $31.79 per hour to $37.96 per hour (approximately $61,991 - $74,022 plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,332.