Nova Scotia Community College - Library Assistant
(Continuing, Part-time Position)

Competition No. 2002-205

Marconi Campus - Sydney, NS


OUR OPPORTUNITY: You will provide assistance for the day-to-day operation of the Campus Library, under the general direction and supervision of the Library Technician.  You will open and sort mail, check-in periodicals, provide a document delivery service, prepare orders, circulate Library material and register patrons into Novanet.  You will also answer routine reference questions, provide assistance to users in finding items using the online catalogue or using the Library's resources, including the Internet.

YOUR CREDENTIALS: You have a high school diploma, combined with a minimum of two years of experience in a library environment, or recognized equivalencies.  You are proficient in Internet searching and possess a significant level of computer literacy.  You are experienced in using the complete suite of Microsoft applications, including MS Work, Excel and Access, as well as Groupwise.  You thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment and possess exceptional client skills.  You are a creative self-starter with a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence.

CULTIVATING DIVERSITY:  The College values diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from African Nova Scotians and other members of the visible minority community, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and women.  Applicants from these designated groups wishing to self identify may do so in their cover letters.

Application review will commence August 8, 2002

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

The Recruitment Associate
Nova Scotia Community College
Human Resource Services
5685 Leeds Street
PO Box 1153
Halifax, NS B3J 2X1
Fax: (902) 491-4829
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