MTS Level 5 - Library Technician - Robertson Library
$51,073 - $56,147 per annum, prorated to term, as per CUPE 1870
ASAP – May 31, 2025
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. University employees embrace an environment of inclusion that moves beyond simple tolerance to recognizing the richness in individual identities of people and diverse perspectives.
The Robertson Library is seeking applicants able to work across functional areas within an academic library context. The successful candidate will work with the Library’s Collections unit to support the maintenance of print and online collections and holdings and with the University Archives and Special Collections unit to support the maintenance of collections and records. They will also provide public service to students, staff, and faculty of the University and the general public. The applicant will be expected to demonstrate sound judgement, flexibility, and initiative.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide support for the Library’s print and online serial holdings:
- Process and keep records of print serial subscriptions, including claiming and storage
- Maintain holdings lists of online journals, eBooks, and other electronic resources for both public and staff use
- Maintain perpetual access and licensing records by vendor, title, years/volume for serials, electronic books, and other electronic collections resources
- Verify access to renewed titles yearly or as issues arise
- Download and organize usage statistics for every electronic product that provides them
- Troubleshoot, document, and report access issues
- Maintain vendor Electronic Resources Management (ERM) records and verify accounts
- Participate in other special projects within the acquisitions unit
Provide support for the maintenance of special collections and archival holdings:
- Process university archives and special collections records
- Describe archival records according to Canadian Rules for Archival Description (RAD).
- Ensure holdings are retrieved, reshelved, and all records are stored properly.
- Move collections as directed
- Record statistics and other metrics
- Prepare and process holdings for binding
- Participate in related digitization projects
Provide public service:
- Assist library users in accessing and locating library resources
- Provide information/reference service both in-person and online via the Library’s virtual chat service
- Assists in giving tours and providing support for other outreach activities
- Circulate and check-in library resources, laptops, etc
- Help train and supervise student assistants
- Other duties as required
Responsibilities will evolve as Library needs and demands change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Library Technician Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience
- Strong customer service orientation
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience in an automated library environment
- Effective technology skills including proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing programs
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong commitment to enhancing service through teamwork and responsiveness to Library users
- An open attitude towards new technology
- Flexible approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively respond to issues
- Ability to perform some bending/lifting, and to safely handle/shelve heavy items
ASSETS:
- Bachelor's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Knowledge of the Canadian Rules for Archival Description
- Experience working with print and electronic serial holdings, electronic book holdings, and/or archival and special collections records would be an asset
- Experience with Microsoft 365 and Google Drive documents and spreadsheets specifically
- Experience troubleshooting end-user problems involving online library research products and services
- Experience working with vendor customer support services
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 below.
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.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
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