Job Description

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Department: Learning Resource Centre (John Ellis)

Position Type: Full-Time Support

Salary Range: $32.42-$37.57-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Anticipated Start Date: February 19, 2024

Length of Contract: 17 months

Posting Information This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date: December 2, 2023

Please note: jobs are posted until 12:01 am on the job closing date.

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***Please note that applicants must submit their application by the evening before the closing date mentioned above. The posting closes at 12:01am on the morning of the closing date***

Reporting to the Manager, Student Learning Centre & Libraries, the incumbent supports the Perth Campus Library and conducts a variety of information service duties including but not limited to: staffing the circulation desk, operating the virtual chat service, assists students with questions about college software and troubleshoots equipment problems or requests work orders if needed. The incumbent also supports the campus collection in addition to the local history collection and other specialized collections.

The incumbent performs library selector activities, acts as library liaison, or, library contact, for select schools and programs, selects books and other library materials according to program needs for new acquisitions, and deselects materials for weeding.

The incumbent will demonstrate strong leadership and relationship building skills, be goal oriented, be able to deal with conflicting priorities, has a keen eye for detail, and possesses excellent communication skills. The incumbent will also be responsible for staying current on research and assessing trends and technologies related to best practices in the field of library science.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Acts as Library representative for Perth campus (School Academic Council, committee meetings, campus activities such as Open House, convocation, orientation, etc.;
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  Organizes and conducts Library orientation sessions at beginning of academic year for all academic programs offered at the Perth campus.

Required Qualifications:

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  Two (2) year diploma or equivalent in Library and Information Technology;
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  Minimum of three (3) years\' practical experience in an academic library setting including technical/IT service experience;
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
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  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
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  Successfully able to multi-task and possess a high attention to detail.

• This position is paid at Payband G
• Vacancy is for P18999

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.