Library Assistant
(Continuing, Part-time Position)
(Commencing September 18, 2006 - approximate)
Metro Campuses - Dartmouth and Halifax, NS
Competition No. 2006-263
OUR OPPORTUNITY: You will provide assistance for the day-to-day
operation of the Metro Campuses libraries, under the general direction
of the Campus and/or Regional Librarians. You will open and sort mail,
check in periodicals, provide a document delivery services, prepare
orders, circulate library materials and register patrons into Novanet.
You will also answer routine reference questions, provide assistance to
users in finding items using the online catalogue or other library
resources, including the Internet.
YOUR CREDENTIALS: You have a high school diploma, combined with a
minimum of two years experience in a library environment, (preferably
post-secondary) or the 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 Word and Excel. Experience with the Aleph
Integrated Library System (ILS) would be an asset. You thrive in a
demanding, fast-paced environment. 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 or by
completing the Cultivating Diversity questionnaire at the end of the
online application form.
Application deadline is Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 4 pm
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