Library Technician - Scarborough, Canada - Centennial College

Centennial College

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Scarborough, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:

J Job Title:
Library Technician
Job Type:

Permanent PT Support (Regular)

Bargaining Unit:

PT Support

School/Department:
Academic
Campus/Location:

Any college campus

Pay Range:

- $ $28.90/Hour

Hours/Week:

Up to 24

Shift Schedule:
Anytime within one or more of the following: Monday to Thursday, 6:3010:00pm or 3:007:00pm, Friday, 3:307:00pm, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00am4:00pm or 11:00am3:00pm
Date Posted:

August 24, 2023

Closing Date:
August 31, 2023
(This position is initially open to full time, bargaining unit employees of the college)

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto.

We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

Position Summary

Centennial College is looking for a flexible Library Technician to provide quality service to diverse patrons at one or more of Centennial's 5 college campus locations.

Reporting to the Manager, Library Services, you will conduct various duties related to library technical services and operations and provide Library and Learning Centre services in-person, by phone and online.

Responsibilities

Provide circulation and borrower services: checkin, checkout, holds, renewals, fines, library accounts, etc.
Provide effective reference services: inperson, telephone and online via askON, catalogue and electronic database searches, locating items on the shelves
Troubleshoot technical and access problems including printers, photocopiers, college system access and making appropriate referrals to IT support
Process payments using debit, credit, cash and Centennial MyCards, keeping accurate transaction records
Recording statistics
Assist with student orientation and library promotional activities
Assist students to book tutoring appointments and answer basic Learning Centre questions
Additional duties as required

Qualifications/Experience

2year CAAT Library and Information Technician diploma required
2year diploma or equivalent education and work experience; 4year undergraduate degree an asset
Experience in circulation, preferably using the ILS system, Alma
Experience searching research databases and providing reference service
Demonstrated customer service skills with supporting a diverse student community
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to trouble shoot issues and take appropriate action to resolve them
Demonstrates selfmotivation and initiative
Ability to manage time and stay organized
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team or independently

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and must be submitted online
by Thursday August 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST.

Please quote Job ID
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**Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).