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Library Clerk - University Library


This posting is in effect from 17 April 2008 to 30 April 2008, closing at 4:30 pm.

Please be advised that effective 01 May 2008, there is a full-time, ongoing position for a Library Clerk – University Library. The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, subject to change depending upon departmental requirements.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO BOTH MALE AND FEMALE APPLICANTS

JOB SUMMARY

Provides borrower services; processes, maintains and distributes library materials.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides borrower services such as check out, check in, library accounts, library cards, holds, overdues, fines, reserves, cash handling.

2. Processes and distributes interlibrary loan materials and media bookings to library patrons including those at a distance.

3. Processes and maintains TRU library materials in all physical formats.

4. Provides re-shelving and shelf reading to ensure library materials are properly placed on shelves as required.

5. Opens and handles mail. In the absence of the Library Secretary may sort and distribute Division’s mail.

6. Verifies invoices, prepares purchase and cheque requisitions; carries out follow-up activities such as monitoring delivery dates, resolving shipping problems and expediting late deliveries on orders for interlibrary loan materials and periodicals.

7. Prepares correspondence and collects statistics.

8. Prepares photocopier and printer for client use.

9. In the absence of the Library Secretary is responsible for completing payroll data sheets according to established procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

· Grade 12 plus six months’ post-secondary education or equivalent

Experience:

· One year’s related experience including experience with electronic data entry

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

· Ability to perform electronic data entry at 45 wpm

· Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff, members of the general public, and external contacts

· Ability to operate related equipment such as a laminator and cash register

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Standing and sitting for long periods of time; counter work and reshelving books and periodicals

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists. The rate for this position at 100% is $21.63: at 90%, the rate is $19.46 per hour.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Thompson Rivers University is committed to the principle of employment equity. A complete resume outlining your qualifications and experience along with names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references must be submitted during the posting period. Please indicate the competition number when applying.


Please submit your application by mail to
Career Opportunities,
Human Resources Division
Thompson Rivers University
P.O. Box 3010
Kamloops, British Columbia
V2C 5N3 Canada
or by fax to
Fax 1-250-828-5338
or by email to
E-Mail jobops@tru.ca
  • Please submit a separate application for each competition, quoting the competition number 08-740.
  • Thompson Rivers University is committed to the principle of employment equity.
  • We wish to thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
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