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Student Assistants (Up to 3 Positions) - Robertson Library

Competition Number:
84S20
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Robertson Library
Position:
Student Assistants
Contract:
Hours of Work:
5-10 hours per week throughout the Fall/Winter Hours may fluctuate with requirements
Salary:

$12.85 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)

Term:

As soon as possible to April 30, 2021

In order to apply for a position, the Robertson Library requests resumes and cover letters addressing the responsibilities and qualifications in this job posting for student positions for the 2020 - 2021 academic years. Some evening and weekend work will be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Successful applicants will learn how an academic library's Service Desk  operates through involvement in a wide range of library routines and  workflows, including: signing out and checking in resources, re-shelving  resources, responding to directional, technical support, and library-related  questions on the phone and in-person, and other duties as required
  • Successful applicants will have the opportunity to assist library patrons in the use of hardware and software technology such as Windows PCs and Macs, printers, scanners, Microsoft Office applications, Google Apps for Education (eg. Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets), wireless connectivity, campus-  supported web services such as Moodle, multimedia equipment and document  and microfilm scanners/readers
  • Successful candidates will help monitor and actively contribute to social media  accounts for the Robertson Library including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,  Snapchat and YouTube
  • Successful candidates will also participate in the basic maintenance of these  products and services and will assist library staff with projects as assigned and  other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Applicants are expected to provide high quality customer service and should  highlight their experience and knowledge in previous roles
  • Comfortable working with the public and working within a team environment
  • Must be able to work independently with attention to detail and strong time management skills
  • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must have knowledge of the Robertson Library and experience using social  media tools
  • Must be able to understand and apply library policies
  • Able to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy
  • Professional attitude and demeanor
  • Money handling ability
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Physical ability to handle heavy library materials, books, carts, etc. and to stand for extended periods of time
Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.