Description
C.U.P.E. JOB VACANCY
Library Assistant - Casual
20.5 hours/week
Starting ASAP
WHO WE ARE
From coastal beaches to mountain forests, North Vancouver School District - “the natural place to learn” - provides world-class instruction and a rich diversity of engaging programs to inspire success for every student. Our 25 elementary and 7 secondary schools, 2600 staff and 16,000 students offer a safe and nurturing environment based on trust, respect, responsibility and collaboration. We are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals to learn, share and grow with us in “the natural place to work”.
THE ROLE
This is library work of some complexity and variety in assisting the teacher/school librarian in library tasks such as preparing orders, receiving, checking and processing library materials; charging and discharging circulating library material; keeping various records, using computer and relieving the librarian of regular clerical library duties. Work is performed in accordance with well-developed methods and procedures in which some independence of action and judgment is exercised in the more routine aspects of the work. Work performance is checked and reviewed by a supervisor for accuracy, completeness and conformance with established procedures and practices.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
Sound knowledge of computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment necessary to perform clerical, library and research tasks and assist staff.
Sound knowledge of the functions, rules and procedures governing the library's operations and activities.
Sound knowledge of library and modern office practices and procedures.
Ability to operate a computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment necessary to prepare, maintain and produce a variety of materials.
Ability to perform clerical and library tasks in accordance with prescribed methods and procedures.
Ability to operate equipment related to the work, such as photocopiers, typewriter, audio-visual and other equipment.
Ability to maintain positive and effective relationships in dealing with students and staff by supplying assistance and information related to library operations.
Ability to maintain order and ensure safety of students in the library environment.
Ability to exercise effective judgement and action in performing routine clerical and library tasks.
Skill in keyboarding with speed and accuracy.
Superior clerical aptitude.
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 12th grade or equivalent, including courses in keyboarding, computers and software applications, bookkeeping and/or library technology. Six months related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
This is a unionized position and the current rate of pay is $ 29.02 per hour and shall be entitled to benefits as per the Collective Agreement who have successfully completed the prescribed period of probation. Please see Article 6.1 of the Collective Agreement for more information.
At the North Vancouver School District, our values guide what we do. We support diversity and inclusion in our workplaces and schools; we welcome and respect the diverse backgrounds, experiences and talents of all our employees and students. We value the opportunity to learn, share and grow on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish people, specifically the Skwxwú7mesh Nation and Tsleil-Waututh Nation.
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* All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
* All candidates are required to submit to a BC Ministry Criminal Record Check and a local Police Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.
** The North Vancouver School District values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted.**
