Library Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181414P
Position Title
Library Assistant
Position Number
S99972
Employee Group
Staff
Position Status
Temporary Part-Time
Start Date
08/11/2025
End Date (if applicable)
04/30/2026
Department
Library
Additional Notes
Regular Saturdays during fall and spring terms. Occasional evening support, if available and needed.
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
This position assists primarily students and faculty by providing borrower services, including check-out and check-in of library materials, registering users, and handling general inquiries. The incumbent is also responsible for shelving and filing material and maintaining the collection in an organized manner. This position receives direction for the Library Services Supervisor, may work under the guidance of a library technician, and reports to the University Librarian.
ILLUSTRATIVE****EXAMPLES OF WORK**:**
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Uses online circulation system in accordance with established procedures to perform various circulation functions, including check-out and check-in of items; creating, verifying and modifying patron records; placing holds; creating on-the-fly item records; and modifying status of item records as required.
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Answers in-person and telephone inquiries concerning directional and policy information; takes action to resolve problems; refers significant problems to the Circulation Supervisor or senior Library Technicians.
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Collects fines and registration fees.
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Checks, cleans, sorts, files and shelves books, periodicals, and other library materials.
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Monitors library users to ensure that library and student conduct policies are adhered to; refers problems to the Supervisor, or senior Library Technicians.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
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Completion of Grade 12
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Must be enrolled in a Library Technician program and have completed at least one semester.
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
This position is for Saturdays 10:30-6:00 pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
10
Salary
$3,797.00 annually based on 35 hours per week (with increments up to $4,268.00 )
Union
MoveUP
Job Open Date
07/28/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Library Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181414P
Position Title
Library Assistant
Position Number
S99972
Employee Group
Staff
Position Status
Temporary Part-Time
Start Date
08/11/2025
End Date (if applicable)
04/30/2026
Department
Library
Additional Notes
Regular Saturdays during fall and spring terms. Occasional evening support, if available and needed.
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
This position assists primarily students and faculty by providing borrower services, including check-out and check-in of library materials, registering users, and handling general inquiries. The incumbent is also responsible for shelving and filing material and maintaining the collection in an organized manner. This position receives direction for the Library Services Supervisor, may work under the guidance of a library technician, and reports to the University Librarian.
ILLUSTRATIVE****EXAMPLES OF WORK**:**
-
Uses online circulation system in accordance with established procedures to perform various circulation functions, including check-out and check-in of items; creating, verifying and modifying patron records; placing holds; creating on-the-fly item records; and modifying status of item records as required.
-
Answers in-person and telephone inquiries concerning directional and policy information; takes action to resolve problems; refers significant problems to the Circulation Supervisor or senior Library Technicians.
-
Collects fines and registration fees.
-
Checks, cleans, sorts, files and shelves books, periodicals, and other library materials.
-
Monitors library users to ensure that library and student conduct policies are adhered to; refers problems to the Supervisor, or senior Library Technicians.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
-
Completion of Grade 12
-
Must be enrolled in a Library Technician program and have completed at least one semester.
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
This position is for Saturdays 10:30-6:00 pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
10
Salary
$3,797.00 annually based on 35 hours per week (with increments up to $4,268.00 )
Union
MoveUP
Job Open Date
07/28/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.