Airdrie Public Library

Airdrie, Alberta

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Closing Date: March 29, 2026

Position Type:   Full-Time, Term

Email to Apply: human.resources@yourapl.ca

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Position Details

The Airdrie Public Library (APL) is seeking two enthusiastic and creative Summer Reading Club (SRC) Programmers to plan, promote, deliver, and evaluate the Library’s annual Summer Reading Club for children aged 5–12.

Reporting to the Children and Teen Program Coordinator, SRC Programmers play a key role in delivering a free, inclusive, literacy-focused summer learning program designed to keep children engaged with reading, learning, and the library during the summer months. This position offers meaningful, hands-on professional experience in children’s programming, community outreach, volunteer supervision, and project management within a busy, supportive public library environment.

About Airdrie Public Library

The Airdrie Public Library is a welcoming, community-focused organization committed to inspiration, curiosity, courage, access, and joy! In 2025, APL moved into Inspire, Airdrie’s new multi-use civic facility, resulting in significantly increased demand for programs and
services. APL serves one of Canada’s youngest and fastest-growing communities and offers dynamic programming for children, teens, and families year-round.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, promoting, delivering, and evaluating the Summer Reading Club for children aged 5-12 years
• Scheduling and delivering school visits to all K-6 classes in Airdrie
• Coordinating the organization and delivery of SRC special events
• Supervising and scheduling teen volunteers
• Working collaboratively with the SRC team and larger programming team

What You Will Bring

• Strong passion for literacy, learning, and community engagement
• Completion of at least one year of post-secondary education, preferably in Education, Early Childhood Development, Library and Information Studies, or a related discipline, and returning to school in the Fall of 2026
• Eligible for employment under the Young Canada Works program, including:
  • be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada (note: non-Canadian students holding temporary work visas or
    awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible); and
    o be between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office
  and shared file systems
• Experience working with children in educational, recreational, or community settings is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging children, families, educators, and library staff

Other Requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Successful candidates will be required to submit a criminal record with vulnerable sector checks as a condition of employment
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, public-facing environment

Work Term Details

• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), occasional evenings and weekends required
• Term: Approximately 16 weeks (May 4–August 21, 2026)
• Wage: $22.37/hour
• Professional Development: First Aid certification provided. SRC Programmers are encouraged to identify personal professional development goals (such as public speaking, leadership, or program design) and receive tailored opportunities to strengthen these skills throughout the summer

APL supports and endorses the Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ commitment to the universal principles of intellectual freedom as defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which include the freedoms to hold opinions and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.

APL believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity, as outlined in the CFLA’s Position Statement on Diversity and Inclusion. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work
and sense of community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
Email cover letter and resume to: human.resources@yourapl.ca
Deadline: March 29, 2026

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.