Library Assistant- Learning Research Services

Athabasca University's Library and Scholarly Services is recruiting for a permanent full-time Library Assistant - Learning and Research Services. 
 

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02


The Position:

The Library Assistant, Learning and Research Services is an essential position in the circulation services of the AU Library with the following responsibilities:

• Provides direct service at the Library Information Desk, responding to patron inquiries and requests for assistance. 
• Manages overdue materials and patron records in the Library.
• Assists with projects related to the development and maintenance of the AU Library information portal and with the creation of instructional tutorials and resources.
• Compiles statistics respecting activity at the Library Information Desk.
• This position works closely with other staff and functions at AU Library so that the information needs of AU faculty, staff, and students are met in the most meaningful, expedient, and efficient manner.

Qualifications: 

Education and Experience:

• The incumbent will hold a two-year library technician diploma and have five years experience working in an academic library. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• An undergraduate degree in humanities or another field that involves library research is considered an asset
• Experience using library automated systems and computer applications such as word processing and spreadsheet programs is required. 
• Demonstrated work experience using library databases and strong searching skills are essential.
• Exceptional searching skills and knowledge of a wide variety of online databases is required. 
• Experience with student information systems and with software used in developing library tutorials and the maintenance of websites is desirable. 
• A working of knowledge of the creation of invoices and financial processes is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral, and written communication skills are required.
• The incumbent must be able to apply creative problem-solving skills to daily and project work.
• The ability to interpret diverse information needs and an understanding of searching and researching processes is essential. 
• This position requires a high degree of organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and meet them.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and Sierra or other library system is an asset.
• Responsible for awareness of one's OHS related responsibilities as an AU employee and for participating in the AU OHS Program as required.

A detailed job description can be viewed at: Library Assistant, Learning and Research Services.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this role, please contact Joanna Nemeth, Managing Librarian, Information Services at [email protected].