Associate Library Technician

**Competition ID**:

- 3652

**Internal Closing Date**:

- September 14, 2024

**External Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled

**# of Openings**:

- 1
- **Salary Information**:

- 5 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $27.18 to $30.34 per hour

**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Part Time

**Workplace Type**:

- On-Site

**Travel Frequency**:

- Occasional travel between campuses is required.

**Employee Group**:

- Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:

- Sunday, Tuesday

**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:

- see posting details

**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:

- 13

**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: Associate Library Technician**

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.

**Timings are 13 hours per week: Tuesday 4:45pm - 11:15pm (2-15 minute paid breaks, 1-30 min unpaid meal break), Sunday 11:45am - 7:15pm (2-15 minute paid breaks, 1-30 min unpaid meal break). This position has a layoff period over winter break.**

**Salary Information**

Annual salary increases are based on hours worked and anniversary dates

**Why Join KPU?**
- Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
- KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment
- Hybrid environment, flexible work around core hours
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan - Municipal Pension Plan
- Extended Medical, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Emergency Travel Assistance, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Teledoc
- Maternity and parental leave top-up
- Generous vacation package
- Campus work environment, outdoor sitting areas and nearby walking trails
- Campus athletic and fitness centers with a variety of instructor-led classes
- Tuition waiver program - eligible to waive tuition costs of courses at KPU equivalent to 3 credits per semester
- Inhouse training and development
- Networking and social events such as KPU Day, Holiday Social etc.
- Intercampus shuttle
- Access to automotive, horticulture, brewery and other programs’ services
- Clubs: Jeopardy, E-sports, Ted Talks etc.
- Library and Bookstore (discounts)
**Benefits may vary if the position is temporary or part-time**

**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.