Library Assistant

5 months ago

Surrey, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full time

Employee Group:
**Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)**
- Hours of Work (BCGEU):
**See posting comments.**
- # of openings:
**1**
- Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
**14**
- Pay Level:
**5 - BCGEU Pay Grid**
- Days of Work (BCGEU):
**Sunday, Monday**
- Employment Type:
**Temporary Part Time**
- Internal Closing Date:
**Open Until Filled**
- Travel Frequency:
**Occasional travel between campuses is required.**
- External Closing Date:
**Open Until Filled**
- Competition ID:
**2649**

**Kwantlen Polytechnic University**

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

**JOB OVERVIEW: Library Assistant 481**

To provide circulation services and a broad spectrum of front line support.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Completion of a two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution or combination of equivalent education, training and experience.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Experience using an integrated library system.
- Ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations and work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated keyboarding skills, understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with word processing software and file management systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of library classification systems.
- Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision to establish priorities, achieve deadlines, problem solve and function well under pressure.
- Previous experience working in a public services environment.
- Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move materials on carts.

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**Shifts Are**:
Monday 4:45pm-11:15pm which includes 2 x 15 minute rest periods and 1 x 30 unpaid meal period.
Sunday 11:45am-7:15pm which includes 2 x 15 minute rest periods and 1 x 30 minute unpaid meal break.
Last shift will be dependent on final exams.
Approximate two week layoff at end of December.

**Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?**

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

**Note to Applicants**:
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

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