Information Support Assistant – Part Time Sessional

Job title: Information Support Assistant – Part Time Sessional

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Posting Template

Position Title Information Support Assistant – Part Time Sessional
Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year Library Technician Diploma, or a minimum of 2 years’ post-secondary education in a related field of study
• Minimum 6 months of related library experience; new graduates encouraged to apply
• Knowledge and experience in navigating a variety of library databases and online resources
• Working knowledge of current computer software and programs, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to troubleshoot and provide computer assistance to patrons as required
• Demonstrates advanced written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and knowledge acceptable by the College may also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with LibGuides or similar platform
• Firm knowledge of the Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal Classification Systems
• Experience using a Library Discovery System, ideally EBSCO Discovery Service
• Experience using an Integrated Library System, ideally a Sirsi Dynix platform
• Knowledge of reference materials in online and print formats, and of the methods and techniques related to the provision of reference/information and readers advisory services

Department Library Services
Job Description

Keyano College Library is seeking an experienced Information Support Assistant. Under the direct supervision of the Chair of Library Services, the Information Support Specialist supports all aspects of library services.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing circulation and basic reference assistance to students, staff, faculty, and community patrons
• Facilitating access to library resources in person and online
• Assisting students, staff, faculty, and community patrons with basic technology
• Carrying out collection maintenance, through shelf-reading, shifting, and inventory of library materials
• Searching collection for lost, missing and overdue items; maintains the general tidiness and organization of the collection and library space
• Assisting with the promotion of library materials, including the development of physical and digital displays
• Assisting with the development and implementation of library programming
• Assisting with development and maintenance of pages and support information for the Library’s LibGuides
• Monitoring Online Reference Chat Services, general library email account and main library phone line
• Creating The Alberta Library (TAL) accounts
• Working alone the majority of the time

Please note: This is a permanent, part-time (17.5 hours per week), 8-month sessional position. The hours may consist of a combination of day and evening hours.
Advertised Salary CUPE AS4 $2,173.24 per month which equates to $28.66 per hour, a comprehensive health and benefit package is included.

Posting Form

Posting Details

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Immediately
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 02/07/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant

Keyano college encourages everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible.

Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Are you legally entitled to work in Canada (i.e. you are a citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work permit)?

• Yes
• No
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• 0-1
• 1-3
• 3-5
• 5-7
• 7+
• * How did you find out about this posting?

(Open Ended Question) * * Are you currently living in Fort McMurray?

(Open Ended Question) * If you don’t live in Fort McMurray, AB, are you willing to relocate?

• Yes
• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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