Participate in meaningful work
The Library Services branch of the Legislative Assembly Office (LAO) provides nonpartisan, confidential, timely and authoritative services to Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), their employees, LAO branch staff and members of the public.
The Legislature Library is seeking two Library Technicians to join their team. Working as part of the Library Services branch and reporting to a Library Supervisor, you will provide specialized library services in addition to ensuring that resources are accessible and meet the information requirements of the Library client groups.
Contribute to an engaged workplace
You are a client-focused and technologically savvy Library Technician ready to provide support as part of the Library Services team. You have a strong understanding of classification systems like Library of Congress and CODOC as well as MARC and RDA and will apply your strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to implementing these systems. You will use your reference and research skills to meet the information needs of library clients. You project a professional demeanour, tact and judgment in interactions with clients and a commitment to client service.
Bring your excellence to the LAO
Qualified individuals will possess a two-year diploma in library technology from a recognized library technician program, along with two years of relevant experience in a library or related setting, including training or experience in cataloguing and research. Knowledge of SirsiDynix Symphony, Dublin Core, RDA and CODOC are assets. Excellent computer skills, attention to detail and demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills are essential to this position.
Prior experience with or a sound understanding of the parliamentary process is an asset.
Why Choose the LAO
We are offering a salaried, full-time position in a skilled, diverse and united workforce, where employees feel engaged, supported, safe, respected and valued. The biweekly salary range for this position is $2,165.44 to $2,796.99, dependent on qualifications. We support your career development throughout your time with us at the LAO.
We are currently recruiting for two full-time positions.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental options you can choose based on your needs and alter annually at Choice Point time and an annual Health Spending Account to supplement your coverage. As a salaried employee you will also participate in the Alberta public service pension plan (PSPP).
The LAO starts all salaried employees at 15 days of vacation per year and provides a variety of leaves for life events. All employees can access the free and confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program. We organize wellness initiatives and engage with employees on physical, mental, financial and organizational health matters.
To apply for this position, please submit your resumé and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to hr@assembly.ab.ca. The deadline for applications is March 6. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Participate in meaningful work
Visitor Services works to increase public awareness of and engagement with the Legislative Assembly and Alberta’s democratic system through public and education programs. We are currently seeking to hire Legislature Guides.
As a Legislature Guide you will be responsible for delivering structured public programs and engaging visitor experiences in the Legislature Building, Visitor Centre and on the Legislature Grounds. This includes supporting visitors in the Pehonan Theatre, Borealis Gallery, Democracy Discovery Centre and supporting sales in Capital Gifts.
In this position you will be a representative of the LAO, engaging visitors in an exceptional experience, projecting a positive, professional and nonpartisan attitude along with a commitment to providing visitor, client-centered service.
Contribute to an engaged workplace
The keys to success in this role are your interpersonal skills, customer-service skills and ability to communicate to a diverse audience. You are excited about using your skills and experience to deliver programming content to visitors through structured public tours of the Legislature Building, casual outdoor drop-in programs, portraying historical characters in a vignette or discussing display and exhibit materials in our Visitor Centre.
You bring strong conversational communication skills in English. Additional language competencies in French or another second language are considered an asset. Your ability to simplify and explain complex concepts is exceptional, and your enthusiasm is infectious. You are able to work independently using sound judgment coupled with tact and diplomacy to solve problems that may arise without immediate access to supervisory support. You are also comfortable doing a generous amount of walking, climbing stairs and other physical activities when required.
Bring your excellence to the LAO
Your background includes a minimum of one year demonstrated experience in active visitor engagement, specifically customer service, public speaking, guiding tours, tourism delivery, theatre or similar activities.
You have an interest in parliamentary process, the history of Alberta, tourism information and current events. You also bring familiarity in professional office practices and standard software and equipment. You are flexible in terms of scheduling, including being available to work irregular hours as required. You are available to work Wednesday through Sunday, including statutory holidays, for approximately 30 hours per week throughout the summer season. This position has the potential to extend, at reduced hours, throughout the school year.
Why choose the LAO
We offer challenging work in a beautiful location with a rich history, and you will join a diverse and collaborative team, where employees feel respected, supported and valued. This role provides meaningful public-facing work that enhances understanding of Alberta’s democratic institutions, with the potential for continued, reduced-hour employment during the school year. The rate of pay for this position is $23.34 per hour, plus 11.2 per cent pay in lieu of holiday and statutory entitlements.
We value employee wellness and work-life balance. All employees have access to the free and confidential employee and family assistance program.
To apply for this position, please submit your resumé and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to hr@assembly.ab.ca. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.