Circulation Assistant

Organizational Unit- University of Victoria -> Library- Posting Close Date- 15 March 2023- Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.- FTE- 0.67- Salary Grade- $3,500.00 - $3,607.00- Additional Posting Information:
- N/A- Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE- Classification- Library Assistant PB5- Hours of Work- Monday-Thurs: 12:15-8:15 pm; Friday 10:15am-6:15pm (Sept 1 to Apr 30)- Employee Group:
- CUPE 951 - Regular- # of Hires Needed- 1- Category- Customer Service, Education, Training, and Library- About this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

This is an 8-month sessional position working Sept 1 to April 30. Layoff months are: May 1 to August 31. Shifts may change due to operational need.
- Job SummaryUVic Libraries is one of the largest departments in the University of Victoria and contributes to the University's priorities regarding learning, research, and community. UVic Law is one of Canada's leading law schools, renowned for its academic program, experiential learning opportunities, Indigenous legal education, and commitment to community engagement and social justice. The Priestly Law Library, as part of the UVic Libraries system, is a physically embedded and programmatically distinct library unit in the system and contributes to learning in the Faculty of Law and the research needs of the wider university community and local community.

Reporting to any of three Supervisors (Operations, Daytime, or Evening), Law Library, the Circulation Assistant's primary role is to provide outstanding public service to all library patrons. Additional roles for the Circulation Assistant are to contribute positively to communication and team health, perform core duties and operational tasks, and provide troubleshooting services and general knowledge.

This position contributes to both the goals and objectives of this specialized unit, and to the University of Victoria Libraries' values and strategic directions, by contributing to an inclusive and collegial staff team dedicated to service excellence. In completing their duties, the Circulation Assistant works with a variety of specialized equipment, software, databases, and bibliographic information systems.
- Job Requirements**Skills**:

- Excellent public service skills and techniques
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), taking into consideration the University's equity and diversity mandate, so as to provide excellent public service
- Ability to work well with colleagues in a team environment and to work with limited supervision
- Ability to handle confidential material and information with discretion and according to policy
- High attention to accuracy and detail of work to ensure standards are met
- Ability to be flexible and adapt effectively to change
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy while performing repetitive tasks

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

- High school graduation or equivalent

**Experience**:

- Two years recent experience in an environment that provides excellent public service

Preference may be given to applicants with:

- Some post-secondary education
- Working knowledge of a law library
- Previous experience as a library assistant/clerk

An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered

**Territory acknowledgement**

We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

**Equity and Diversity Statement**

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