Library Technician

Role Responsibilities

The Library Technician (acquisition/cataloguing technician) requires strong technical knowledge of library collections, various systems of subject classification and cataloguing rules and procedures, as well as a full working knowledge of integrated library automation systems.

This position requires strong knowledge of Government of Alberts’s acquisitions' policies and procedures and a solid understanding of shipping and receiving procedures. The incumbent must also be familiar with other areas of the organization to effectively acquire and catalog both free and purchased materials suitable for the library. This role primarily involves the exchange of information through clear and effective communication.

Responsibilities include:

1. Execute the management process for maintaining records and requests, and for supporting stakeholders (students, schools, and school authority information).
2. Assist with managing the collection of digital and hard copy of the collection of alternate format resources and kits.
3. Coordinate and implement the full-cycle process to fill requests for all resources, including the digital steps, hardcopy paperwork, and shipping/receiving.
4. Coordinate and implement the full-cycle process for the return of items, and tracking of missing items/parts.
5. Execute the process to request/fill Inter-Library Loan (ILL) requests.
6. Perform back-up work for Library Coordinator, Equipment Technician, Library Supervisor, and Braille Services, as needed.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

• Agility - Work with team members, supervisor, and manager for process evaluation and improvements to ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Creative Problem Solving - Able to manage multiple projects and tasks with competing deadlines.
• Drive For Results - Self-motivated to provide efficient and comprehensive service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop Self and Others - Actively reflects on performance to identify learning opportunities.

Qualifications

Two-year diploma from a recognized Library Technician program or other related field plus one year related experience in diverse library work; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Considerable knowledge, understanding of, and experience with:

• Library databases and processes.
• Library of Congress classification and subject headings.
• Automated library systems.
• Voila (LAC Union Catalogue).
• Descriptive cataloguing: AACR2 (Anglo, American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd ed., 2002 revision); RDA.
• MARC Code (Machine Readable Cataloguing).
• Inter-Library Loan (ILL) Protocols.
• Shipping and receiving.
• Canada Post and courier shipping methods.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint/SPO.

Skills and Competencies:

• Able to lift heavy items (boxes up to 35 pounds).
• Able to work safely in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work independently, or as part of a team.
• Strong client service, writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong keyboarding and organizational skills.
• Precision and attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

There is one permanent full-time position working for 36.25 hours per week located in Muriel Stanley Venne Provincial Centre 12360 142 Street NW Edmonton AB T5L 2H1.
Please note: Currently, this role is not available for the hybrid working arrangement.

Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing their current or previous experience working as a Library Technician or in a related library support role.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.