Position Description

Library Resources Technician
Department/Faculty Library
Home Campus (Location) Faculty - All Campuses
Employment Duration S1 Regular Full Time Permanent
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Competition ID:  3807
Internal Closing Date: December 1, 2024
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 2
*Salary Information: 15 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $35.76 to $39.96 per hour
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency: Frequent travel between campuses is required.  
Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)  
Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday  
Hours of Work (BCGEU): 7:30am-3pm & 9:30am-5pm  
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35  
 

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:  LIBRARY RESOURCES TECHNICIAN

Reporting to the University Librarian, this position is responsible for managing circulation and equipment and media services.  Administer the integrated library system, evaluate, coordinate and implement new technologies.  Supervise assigned Library staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Two-year Library Technician diploma required.  Related computer hardware and software training, with approximately 2 years’ current work experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience managing and troubleshooting of an integrated library system.
  • Ability to research, evaluate, implement, manage and troubleshoot software applications and hardware.
  • Proven leadership abilities and supervisory training and experience in recruiting, scheduling, assigning work, and conducting performance appraisals.
  • Experience planning and managing a budget.
  • Experience creating, implementing and conducting employee training programs.
  • Experience providing hardware and software troubleshooting and support.
  • Experience writing technical and procedural documentation.
  • Demonstrated keyboarding skills. Experience with web page creation, Microsoft Office and file management systems and creation of reports and statistical information. Experience with Unix preferred.
  • 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 knowledge of Library of Congress classification system.

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Opening 1 - 7:30am to 3:00pm Monday to Friday  1X 30 minute unpaid meal period, 2 X 15 minutes rest periods.

Opening 2 - 9:30am-5:00pm Monday to Friday  1X 30 minute unpaid meal period, 2 X 15 minutes rest periods. 

Hybrid work arrangements may be available after training. During the training period start time is 7:30am to 3:00pm.

*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 by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered 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.

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.  

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