Who Are We?
We’re dedicated people who care about the community, and we’re so proud of our Library that we made a video about it.
It’s our job to make peoples’ lives better, and we do that by helping them feel connected to their community, supported in achieving their goals, and welcome in their Library.
We love books! Racy bios, sneaky mysteries, guidebooks to wonder, controversial political reviews, and magical worlds. Getting the right book into the right hands just makes our day.
We also love making things. Our hackLABs and mediaLABs let people create fun and useful things, and along the way we teach them some new skills that they’ll find useful in all sorts of ways they haven’t even thought about. We want people to challenge themselves and develop their creativity, and we expect the same of ourselves.
Our Staff are our greatest resource and it’s their ideas, skills, and initiative that push us forward to provide outstanding services. We understand that our employees are the Library’s most valuable asset. The sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of our culture, reputation, and achievements. We are committed to attracting and retaining individuals who represent the diversity in our own community and beyond.
The Innisfil ideaLAB & Library encourages employment opportunities to be available to all persons based on applicable skills and qualifications. Accommodations for disabilities will be provided on request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.
Employment Opportunities
We are currently recruiting for a Library Programmer, Creative Making & Discovery. This is a part time, 6 month contract position, 25 hours per week.
Our Creative Making & Discovery team is responsible for the programs run in our HackLAB and MediaLAB spaces. If you are someone who enjoys teaching others about technology and leading others through the creation of creative design projects, this position is for you. You are a highly organized person with strong instructional skills and familiarity with working as part of a collaborative team. Learning new technologies is something you are very comfortable with and you are excited to expand your digital design skills with tools like Cricut, Laser Cutters, Sublimation Printers, 3D Printers, and more.
Our ideal candidate has a college diploma or university degree in a field related to community programming (e.g. Library Science, Education, Fine Arts, etc.). You will also have a minimum of two years of community programming experience, excellent computer skills, with a variety of experience facilitating engaging programming with people of various ages. Significant knowledge of library programming trends including Makerspace equipment, robotics, coding and educational technologies is an asset. Full details can be found here.
Please email resumes and cover letter by 5:00 pm on Monday, August 5, 2024 to: jobs@innisfilidealab.ca
Subject line to read: Library Programmer
Recruitment Status: Accepting Applications
We are currently recruiting for a Children & Youth Services Librarian. This is a full time, 1 year contract position (maternity leave), 35 hours per week.
Our ideal candidate has a Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent university degree and experience in Libraries and/or programming with children and families, and young adults. You will also have a minimum of four years of Library programming experience, with an emphasis on coaching and mentoring a team of staff in the development and delivery of high-quality, literacy and STEAM/STEM focused programming. Full details can be found here.
Please email resumes and cover letter by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 to: jobs@innisfilidealab.ca
Subject line to read: Children & Youth Services Librarian
Recruitment Status: Interviewing Candidates
We are currently recruiting for a Seniors Services Programmer. This is a full time, permanent position, 35 hours per week.
Our ideal candidate possesses a college diploma or university degree in a field related to community programming (e.g., Library Science, Education, Arts, or Technology) and has a minimum of two years of experience in community programming. You should demonstrate excellent computer skills and a proven ability to facilitate engaging programs for diverse age groups. Familiarity with library programming trends, Makerspace equipment, seniors programming, and educational technologies is highly desirable. Full details ca be found here.
Please email resumes and cover letter by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 to: jobs@innisfilidealab.ca
Subject line to read: Seniors Services Programmer
Recruitment Status: Position Filled
Volunteer Opportunities
High School Students
Click here to see our ongoing volunteer opportunities for high school students. Students are also welcome to assist with the gardens and special events like Fresh Air Flicks and MakerFEST. Students who need to fulfill their required community service hours may fill out an application at their local branch. We have a variety of tasks that are assigned to volunteers depending on the needs of each branch.
Adult Volunteering
Library Fundraising Ambassadors (18+)
Are you passionate about leaving a lasting impact on our community and building a brighter future for generations to come? If so, we invite you to become a Library Ambassador – supporting the Library’s fundraising efforts to ensure our library remains a vital resource for all Innisfil residents. Ambassadors join us at special events to promote fundraising efforts, encourage donations, and spread awareness about the library’s importance and impact. Complete an application form today.