Job Description

Job Number:
J0925-0211
Job Title:
Library Technician - Casual Part-Time (On-Call)
Job Type:
Temp PT, Support
Location:
Greater Toronto Area
Pay Range:
$23.78 - $30.80/Hour
Pay Band:
PT Support 4
Hours/Week:
Maximum 24 hours
Shift Schedule:
Scheduled for short-term durations on an as-needed basis
Date Posted:
September 5, 2025
Closing Date:
September 15, 2025





Centennial College recognizes and affirms Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Indigenous ways of knowing as central to the vibrancy and uniqueness of its learning and working academic mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of Indigenous communities and all equity-deserving groups including Women, Racialized, Persons with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.


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

Reporting to the Associate Director, Library Services, the successful incumbents will become part of a pool of casual part-time library technicians, available to be scheduled for short-term durations on an as-needed basis. These library technicians will provide Library services and Learning Centre services to clients associated with Centennial College in-person, by phone and online and will conduct various duties related to library technical services and operations.

Responsibilities

Circulation and borrower services: check-in, check-out, holds, renewals, fines, library accounts, etc. Reference services: in-person, telephone and online via askON, catalogue and electronic database searches, locating items on the shelves Troubleshooting technical and access problems including printers, photocopiers, college system access and making appropriate referrals to IT support Processing payments using debit, credit, and cash, keeping accurate transaction records Recording statistics Assisting 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

2-year CAAT Library and Information Technician diploma required 4-year post-secondary degree, or equivalent education and work experience is an asset Experience in circulation, preferably using the ILS system, Alma Experience searching research databases and providing reference service Demonstrated strength in customer service skills and student support Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated qualities that include strong problem-solving skills, initiative, a proactive approach to duties, good time management, and a commitment to diversity Demonstrated ability to work well within a team or independently Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint





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 resume must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and

must be submitted online by September 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J0925-0211.

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)