Library Technician – Public Services : Competition #016
An Internal Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, January 17, 2019
Closes: Thursday, January 24, 2019
Reporting to the College Librarian and utilizing a service excellence approach, this position shares responsibility for providing public services (in person and by distance), to all library patrons. Duties include circulation functions, reserves, interlibrary loan services and, in the absence of the librarians, assisting library patrons in the use of online databases and other information sources.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Performs circulation duties in support of the Library’s public service operations
- charging and discharging materials, performing renewals, holds and item updates using the integrated library system (ILS)
- registering and providing general orientation, direction and instruction to library patrons
Provides interlibrary lending and borrowing services for students and staff using online databases, email and the ILS
- preparing interlibrary loan materials for circulation and return shipping
Performs special media circulation functions
- identifying and booking internal and external media requests
Supports other library functions
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to work proficiently with Integrated Library System (ILS) software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office,
- Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, customer service, and multi-tasking skills
Education and Experience
- Library Technician Diploma
- Minimum 2 years library experience in a post-secondary institution
This is a sessional, part-time (18-21 hours per week), position from August to May commencing as soon as possible. Salary will be Pay Grade 6, $24.85 per hour in accordance with the Selkirk College PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Thursday, January 24, 2019.