Library Assistant Library Part-time, Casual - New Westminster, Canada - Justice Institute of British Columbia

Justice Institute of British Columbia

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New Westminster, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

Date:
August 11, 2023**
Competition:#23-71A

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING
**PART-TIME CASUAL POSITION

Position:
Library Assistant, Casual

Division:
Library

Reporting To:
Director, Library Services

Justice Institute of British Columbia:

The Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training
to those who'll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world, when a life is at stake or when
health, safety or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture - supporting justice and public
safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security
and emergency management.

As a JIBC employee you'll play a role in supporting our educational programming, which also includes complementary
and related areas of study - from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business
intelligence, and tactical criminal analysis - as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our
team and help us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.

Position Summary:

The primary role of this position is to staff the Library during the evening, circulating books, DVDs, laptops and iPads,
answering basic questions (in person and by phone), selling copy cards, and other various duties.

Primary Responsibilities:

Performs circulation desk duty that includes entering borrowers' data into the Library computer system, and

checking in/out books and DVDs.

Also lends and checks in equipment: laptops, iPads and accessories, informing borrowers of appropriate

guidelines. Confirms all equipment functions properly upon return.

Answers basic inquiries about:

- borrower eligibility (determined via Colleague and Library guidelines) and policies re renewals, holds, etc

- use of Library resources (catalogue, Library and JIBC website).

Handles all monetary transactions for the sale of copy cards, including reloading, refunding, etc.
Shows students how to use the multifunction machine for photocopying and printing from computers, and for

- scanning documents. Answers questions and troubleshoots re multifunction machine.

Books study rooms for students.
Ensures that Library guidelines are followed (e.g. food, noise, use of computers, etc.)
Records activity statistics (re questions asked and tasks completed).
Other duties as required.

**Qualifications & Requirements: - Secondary school graduation.

Library Technician Diploma (or working towards one) is an asset.
Two years related experience preferably in an academic library setting is an asset.
Experience working with an integrated library system (SIRSI preferred) is an asset.
Excellent verbal and written communications, including accurate spelling, grammar, and proofreading.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong customer service commitment.
Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and patience in dealing with others including JIBC staff, faculty and students

- and engage in mutual problem solving.

Proven ability to meet deadlines, establish priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy, while managing a

- high volume of work.

Proven ability to multitask and to carry out complex instructions accurately and work with regular interruptions.
Good working knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification system is an asset.
Ability to exercise good judgement, take initiative, and be flexible.
Ability to adapt to new technology and processes.
Ability to work well independently and with others in a team setting.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to lift boxed course materials and equipment (up to 25 lbs.)

This position will work from 4pm to 8pm Monday to Wednesday, with shifts possible on Thursdays and

Saturdays depending on operational needs. From 5pm to 8pm this position will be the sole Library

employee. Shifts may be split amongst two casual employees if needed, although one is preferred.
**Shifts are set to begin in early September and end in April 2024 with a two-week break in December.

Salary Range:
$26.85 to $28.67 per hour (BCGEU Position - Grid 9)

Posting Date:
August 11, 2023
**Closing Date: August 21, 2023

**COMEPTITION #23-71A.

Justice Institute of British Columbia believes in creating accessible programming, workplaces and spaces that reflect

the community we serve. Our desire is to continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and

celebrates the diverse voices of our employees and students and where everyone feels empowered to share their

experiences and ideas.

B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability,
**political belief, religion, marital or family status,