MTS Level 5 - Library Technician - Archives and Special Collections Library - Robertson Library

Competition Number:
39E24
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Robertson Library
Position:
MTS Level 5 - Library Technician Archives and Special Collections Library
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
33.75 hours per week
Salary:

$50,316 鈥� $55,319 per annum, as per CUPE 1870

The Robertson Library is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. Library employees embrace an environment of inclusion that moves beyond simple tolerance to recognizing the richness in individual identities of people and diverse perspectives.

The Robertson Library is seeking a qualified library technician to fill a position in the University Archives & Special Collections (UASC) area, providing services to students, staff, and faculty of the University and to the general public. In addition, this position includes some shifts on the Library鈥檚 main Service Desk. The successful candidate would be expected to demonstrate judgment, flexibility, and initiative, to implement policies and procedures set by the Library, and to work cooperatively with Library staff. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the University Librarian and the University Archivist and Special Collections Librarian, the tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:

University Archives and Special Collections duties

  • Processing of UASC materials
  • Shelving, arranging, and transferring UASC materials
  • Assisting with the preparation and/or maintenance of UASC-related content for the Library website, research guides, finding aids, PEI Periodicals Articles Database, PEI Online Documents collection, and public displays of UASC resources
  • Provision of patron access to UASC materials
  • Under the direction of the UASC Librarian, responding to patron inquiries, in-person and via telephone / e-mail
  • Assisting with tasks and workflows for the preservation, digitization and storage of UASC materials
  • Assisting with the monitoring and assessment of UASC policies and procedures

Service Desk duties

  • Working regular shifts on the Library鈥檚 Service Desk
  • Assisting library users locating and using library materials, services, and technology (eg. copiers, printers, scanners, common software applications)
  • Providing information/reference service in-person, by telephone, and online via the Library鈥檚 virtual chat service
  • Circulation and check-in of library resources, laptops, etc.
  • Helping supervise student assistants
  • Conducting introductory Library tours
  • Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

  • A Library Technician Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience
  • At least two years鈥� experience in an academic library environment, archive, special collection, and/or museum
  • Demonstrated strong customer service orientation
  • Effective technology skills including proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace applications
  • Able to perform bending/lifting tasks, and to safely handle/shelve heavy items
  • Able to work day, evening, and weekend shifts as scheduled

 ASSETS:

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized post- secondary institution
  • Work experience in a university library
  • Knowledge of the Rules for Archival Description (RAD)
  • Knowledge of the history of PEI and/or of 91探花
  • Experience editing web content
  • An open attitude towards new technology.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 91探花, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

91探花 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 91探花 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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91探花 encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university鈥檚 various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.