Media Assistant

**CAREER OPPORTUNITY**:MEDIA ASSISTANT**

**ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)**

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team for a temporary full-time opportunity in the capacity of Media Assistant. This is a 12 - month position to commence as soon as possible with an unknown end date. Media Assistant will be reporting to the Supervisor, Library & Media Services.

**LOCATION**: Terry James Resources Centre (500 Victoria Road N., Guelph, ON, N1E 6K2)

**HOURLY RATE**:Base hourly rate**:$23.01 to $28.00 per hour; wage rate effective September 1, 2024

**FTE/HOURS**:The Media Centre is open Monday to Thursday until 5:30 p.m. and Friday until 4:30 p.m. This position works 35 hours per week which involves at least 2 closing shifts. Additional closing shifts may be required

**BOARD INFORMATION**:12-month position; Temporary full-time; OCT Union

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist Board staff in their use of equipment in the media centre, including computer workstations, laminating, bookbinding, photocopying, Cricut-maker, etc.
- Assist with duties in the Terry James Resource Centre when required
- Assist with managing Papercut accounts specific to the Media Centre
- Be able to serve the UGDSB community in a professional and timely manner
- Coordinate with approved vendors for offsite print and media jobs
- Purchase, implement and maintain a wide variety of equipment and supplies for the Media Centre
- Prepare and create resources for Board staff including but not limited to classroom resources, Board presentations, Program Resources, etc.
- Responsibilities for opening and closing shift duties include locking/unlocking the door; turning equipment on/off; alarm system; ensuring the TJRC has no remaining occupants; other duties as required for the safe and secure opening and closing of the TJRC
- Work with the Supervisor of Library & Media Services to Implement and abide by the Canadian Copyright Act & Fair Dealing Guidelines when completing print and media requests
- Track all media and print jobs into our online chargeback ledger for billing purposes
- Work as part of a team to support the Terry James Resource Center as required
- Work with our vendors to ensure service calls are placed for printers, posters machine, etc.
- Other duties as assigned

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- O.S.S.D or equivalent
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and some heavy lifting will be required
- Excellent organizational, written and customer service skills
- Strong time management skills
- Willingness to work as part of a team

**APPLICATION DETAILS**

**INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING**

Employment Equity
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visit Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

Pay: $23.01-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-10-07