2024 – 11 – Clerk 6, Student Assistant Supervisor – Library Services
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Applications are to be received by: 4:30 pm on July 2, 2024
Job Vacancy Number: 2024 – 11 (67)
Employee Group: MGEU
Classification: Clerk 6, Student Assistant Supervisor
Department: Library Services
Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Wage or Salary: $28.87 per hour
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Probation or Trial Period: Minimum of 6 months to a 12 month maximum
Date Issued: June 21, 2024
We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Student Assistant Supervisor. This position plays a crucial role in overseeing the operational aspects of our library during evening hours, managing a team of student assistants, and ensuring efficient circulation and information services for our diverse community of users.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The position is responsible for overseeing stacks management by monitoring physical space capacity; coordinating shelving tasks; and analyzing data for effective collection management. The successful candidate will support student assistants by recruiting, training, and scheduling them to uphold service standards. With the support of the Chief Information Officer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the performance management of student assistants and adherence to their Collective Agreement. Additionally, the successful candidate will work circulation desk shifts; handling loans, returns, reference services; and patron inquiries, including assisting with fines, coin machines, copiers and printers; along with other relevant duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate must possess a 2 – 3 years’ post-secondary diploma or equivalent. Diplomas in library or information technology are preferred. Three (3) years of related academic library experience or a comparable combination of education and experience is required. Experience supervising members within a bargaining unit along with experience interpreting a Collective Agreement is preferred.
*NOTE*
Shifts will be scheduled for a variety of hours, including evening and weekends. Skill-based testing may be required as a part of this recruitment process.
This position is subject to a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. These checks must be submitted in accordance with the Policy in order to maintain employment.
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.