The Bleviss Family Library at the National Theatre School of Canada is the largest theatre library in the country. Housing a collection of nearly 100,000 documents, it serves as the primary resource for students and faculty at the School, as well as for theatre professionals across Montreal, Quebec, and the rest of Canada.
Under the supervision of the librarian, the documentation technician plays a key role in transforming the library into a dynamic hub of expertise and user support. Beyond traditional documentation operations, they are called upon to actively contribute to the design of services offered to students, faculty, and the external community, with the goal of maximizing their reach, relevance, and value. They act as a strategic partner to the librarian in implementing the new vision.
Duties and responsibilities
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Support the librarian in the strategic development of services by considering the needs of students, faculty, and the external community, and contribute to the planning and implementation of innovative library management strategies;
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Contribute to customer service activities at the library desk: welcoming and orienting users, managing subscriptions and overdue items, assisting with research, circulating materials, interlibrary loans, etc.;
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Perform the intellectual and physical processing of materials: cataloguing, indexing, classification, authority file management (authors, subject headings), binding, etc.;
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Assist with both the intellectual and physical management of the collection, and help ensure its accessibility to users;
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Perform any other related tasks as required.
Ideal Profile
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College diploma in documentation techniques (or recognized equivalent);
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A minimum of three years of relevant experience in a documentation environment, preferably in a cultural or artistic setting;
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Good knowledge of the Quebec and Canadian theatre scene (an asset);
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Advanced knowledge of cataloguing standards, MARC format, RVM Laval, and authority file management; proficiency in integrated library systems (ILS) such as Portfolio (or equivalent, an asset);
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Initiative, autonomy, and ability to work in a constantly evolving environment;
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Strong customer service and interdisciplinary collaboration skills;
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At the National Theatre School of Canada, French and English naturally coexist at the heart of our activities. In this context, proficiency in both official languages is an essential skill.
Working conditions
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Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the possibility of adjustments based on operational needs;
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On-site work in a stimulating artistic environment;
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Salary and working conditions in accordance with NTS internal policy.
What we offer
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An advantageous vacation package, including several weeks off annually, two paid weeks during the holiday period, and additional enhanced public holidays;
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Comprehensive group insurance coverage, including health and dental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and access to telemedicine services — all designed to support you and your family;
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A defined benefit pension plan;
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Free parking at the Saint-Denis Campus, providing convenient daily access to your workplace;
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The privilege of working each day with a motivated, committed, and passionate team, surrounded by exceptional artists from across Canada and more than 170 talented students who represent the country’s next generation of artists;
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All of this in a bilingual, inclusive, and diverse work environment that reflects Canada’s cultural richness, where respect, collaboration, and creativity are at the heart of our values.
How to apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to cv@ent-nts.ca by August 25, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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We support the right to employment. Therefore, we adhere to an equal employment opportunity program and invite individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, genders, Indigenous, Black, and people of color (IBPOC), as well as individuals with disabilities, to apply.
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About the School
For nearly 65 years, the National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) has been training the next generation of theatre artists. Through its wide range of programs and unique pedagogy, the School has been shaping the cultural landscape from coast to coast to coast. Backed by a renewed vision and an ambitious strategic plan for the years ahead, NTS is working to strengthen its position as the theatre training institution of choice nationwide, while finding innovative ways to attract the emerging artists who will walk its halls—and who will one day help shape our society.
The Monument-National, its landmark theatre that has welcomed diverse cultural and artistic communities since 1893, is also undergoing a transformation, bringing with it a host of opportunities and challenges.
