City : Surrey, BC

Category : 5000-Library

Industry : Education

Employer : Kwantlen Polytechnic University - KPU

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:  Collection Maintenance Technician

To ensure effective utilization of collections by on-going organization and maintenance of stacks and to supervise student assistants to assist with this task. To provide frontline support and circulation services at the Checkout counter.

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

• Supervisory experience or training in the areas of recruiting, training, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, and providing feedback.
• Experience using an automated circulation system.
• Ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations and work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Keyboarding skills, understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with word processing software and file management systems.
• 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.
  Physical ability to:
  • move materials on carts.
  • stand for long periods of time.
  • stand on step stools and bending and reaching when shelving.
  • lift moderate to heavy weights e.g.30 to 50 pounds
• Experience accurately creating and editing online records.

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Timings are: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 2:30pm (2-15 minute breaks and 1-30 minutes unpaid meal 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:

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.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.

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.