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Library Assistant, Reader Services

York University
Toronto, Ontario Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2024 CLOSED ON 1/20/2025

Job Posting for Library Assistant, Reader Services at York University

Purpose:
Taking instruction from and working with the Manager, Library Operations, this position provides general library services to the public, including, but not limited to circulation services and collections, and shelving and stack maintenance in the Law Library. Duties at the circulation desk include using the Libraries' integrated library system (ILS), answering basic questions regarding library policies and procedures, processing material for resource sharing, and preparing/circulating short-term loans. This position is also responsible for opening and closing library and compiling library usage statistics.

Education:
High School graduation or equivalent.

Experience:
Two years recent related experience in library public service focusing on circulation duty and shelving, in a front line, high volume area answering enquiries, working with online information systems, and receiving and processing requests, preferably within an academic law library context.

Skills:

Keyboarding and data entry skills.

Basic MS Word and MS Excel proficiency.

Experience working with ILS (current Alma/Primo), or similar information system.

Ability to learn new technologies and procedures.

Familiarity with library policies and procedures with ability to understand and apply as necessary.

Proficiency working with email systems (e.g. MS Outlook).

Accuracy and attention to detail essential.

Working independently.

Dealing calmly, courteously and effectively with people.

Good oral communication skills to interact professionally and courteously with library patrons.

Good organizational skills.

Answering inquiries clearly and concisely.

Maintaining confidentiality.

Accuracy in handling of credit/debit transactions.

Additional Notes:
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.

If you are a current York University employee in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit and/or are using your job posting rights under the collective agreement to view and apply for jobs, you must apply through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire to be considered an internal applicant.

As per Article 12.02(f) of the YUSA-1 Collective Agreement, to be considered an internal applicant, employees in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit must submit the application 5 working days following the first day of posting. This is referred to as the 'Posted Date' on the job posting. Please refer to the 'Posting Intent' on the job posting.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.

York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.

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