Library Technician

**TITLE**:Library Technician

**POSITION OVERVIEW**:
Under the direction of the Librarians, the Alexander College (AC) Library Technician will be responsible for providing basic library staffing and duties related to the circulation of library materials, providing reference and research services, assisting with ID card creation, as well as creating research help and social media content (e.g., research guides and blog posts). This position will require evening and weekend shifts, including the responsibility of opening and closing the library space.

**WHY JOIN US**:

- Group extended health, dental, and life benefits
- GRSP matching contributions
- Professional Development encouragement and reimbursement
- Employee engagement events and activities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Facilities: Brand new campus and office space that emphasizes a culture of environmentally friendly practices. Secure bike lockers and shower.
- Supportive, friendly, and encouraging team of people

**WHO WE ARE**: Alexander College is a private post-secondary institution serving approximately 4,000 students every year. Students choose to study at Alexander College to complete their Associate of Arts or Science degree or take a variety of University Transfer courses. We strive for excellence in higher education for students from many cultural backgrounds and language abilities by providing university transfer courses and degree programs, individual support services, and campus activities to foster local and global community engagement.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Library Technician Diploma is required
- A minimum of 1-year work experience is required
- Academic library work experience is an asset
- Experience assisting international students and/or people with limited English ability is an asset
- Highly efficient using Microsoft 365 and other tools such as Canva and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Proficiency in the use of library-related technologies such as integrated library systems and academic library databases
- Possess knowledge of Library of Congress Classification, MARC records, and RDA standards

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Maintain the print collection including shelf reading, filing books, etc.
- Conduct one-on-one research help for students in person and online
- Create ID cards for students, faculty, and staff
- Ensure records are accurate and adhere to stated library policy
- Circulation (Use the catalogue to check print materials in and out of the library)
- Catalogue & sticker materials for circulation (print materials, boardgames, video games)
- Assist with the maintenance of library related user accounts (e.g., Papercut, database access, OPAC, and other)
- Assist Librarians with the creation and delivery of presentations, workshops, and other programs
- Assist Librarians with reference services in traditional and virtual contexts, including on-desk and via AskAway

**HOW TO APPLY**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $46,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have a Library Technician Diploma?

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- library: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person