Library Technician

Job Number:
- J0924-0328- Job Title:
- Library Technician -Part-Time (2 Vacancies)- Job Type:
- Permanent PT Support (Regular)- Bargaining Unit:
- PT Support- School/Department:
- Academic- Campus:
- Progress & Morningside Campuses (with flexibility- Location:
- Greater Toronto Area- Pay Range:
- $23.78 - $30.80- Pay Band:
- PT Support 4- Hours/Week:
- Up to 24 hours- Shift Schedule:
- Anytime within one or more of the following: Monday to Thursday, 3:30-10:00pm, 6:30-10:00pm. Friday, 1:00-7:00pm, 3:30-7:00pm, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm (with the flexibility to work other shift times as needed)- Date Posted:
- September 6, 2024- Closing Date:
- September 13, 2024

**(This position is initially open to regular part-time, bargaining unit employees of the college)**

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

**Position Summary**
Centennial College is looking for two flexible Library Technicians to provide quality service to diverse patrons at one or more of Centennial’s 5 college campus locations. Reporting to the Associate Director, Library Services, you will conduct various duties related to library technical services and operations and provide Library and Learning Centre services in-person, by phone and online.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide circulation and borrower services: check-in, check-out, holds, renewals, fines, library accounts, etc.
- Provide effective reference services: in-person, telephone and online via askON, catalogue and electronic database searches, locating items on the shelves
- Troubleshoot technical and access problems including printers, photocopiers, college system access and making appropriate referrals to IT support
- Process payments using debit, credit, cash and Centennial MyCards, keeping accurate transaction records
- Recording statistics
- Assist with student orientation and library promotional activities
- Assist students to book tutoring appointments and answer basic Learning Centre questions
- Additional duties as required

**Qualifications/Experience**
- 2-year CAAT Library and Information Technician diploma required
- 2-year diploma or equivalent education and work experience; 4-year undergraduate degree an asset
- Experience in circulation, preferably using the ILS system, Alma
- Experience searching research databases and providing reference service
- Demonstrated customer service skills with supporting a diverse student community
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to trouble shoot issues and take appropriate action to resolve them
- Demonstrates self-motivation and initiative
- Ability to manage time and stay organized
- Demonstrated ability to work well within a team or independently

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and **must be submitted online by September 13, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J0924-0328. **Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).