Job Description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here--students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive 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. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID:

4074

Internal Closing Date:

June 2, 2025

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1


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Salary Information:

6 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $27.91 to $31.16 per hour

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Occasional 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):

7:00am-2:30pm

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

35







We are currently seeking a Interim Library Technician to join our Library team.

Job Overview

To provide frontline support and circulation services at the Checkout Counter and a range of functional area duties such as financial services, inter-campus requests, orientations, reserves, serials, interlibrary loan, bookings, open education projects, social media initiatives.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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.

Timings are:

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 2:30pm (2-15 minute breaks and 1-30 minute unpaid meal break).

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.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.


Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

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 talentacquisition@kpu.ca.


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.


We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.