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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. Click here for a more detailed job description
Commencing immediately Kwantlen Polytechnic University Library is looking for an On-call Library Assistant to perform general circulation duties at the Cloverdale, Richmond, Surrey and Langley Campus Libraries. Ability to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts is required. *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** Please note:As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position.Internal applicants must apply by11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to beconsidered as an internal applicant.Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant. 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: Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
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