Library Assistant- Interlibrary Loans Job at Athabasca University, Canada

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  • Athabasca University
  • Canada

Job Description

Athabasca University's Library and Scholarly Resources is recruiting for a permanent full-time Library Assistant - Interlibrary Loans. First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02 The Position: This position is responsible for: The provision of interlibrary loan (ILL) services at AU Library, including loaning and borrowing materials from other libraries. Determining the most appropriate source for all ILL transactions. The Library Assistant, Interlibrary Loans is well versed in ILL policies and procedures of academic and special libraries in Canada and abroad and maintains currency with technological developments in ILL and document delivery. Liaising between AU Library and other institutions on ILL matters. Providing direct service on the library information desk. Working closely with other staff and functions at AU Library so that the information needs of AU faculty, staff, and students are met in the most meaningful, expedient, and efficient manner. Qualifications: Education and Experience The incumbent will hold a two-year library technician diploma and have five years experience working in interlibrary loans or an academic library. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. An undergraduate degree in humanities or another field that involves library research is considered an asset. Familiarity with academic libraries and automated systems, ILL systems and programs and online databases is an asset to the position. Demonstrated work experience using library databases and strong searching skills are essential. Experience using library automated systems and computer applications such as word processing and spreadsheet programs is required. Exceptional searching skills and knowledge of a wide variety of online databases is required. Experience with student information systems and with software used in developing library tutorials and the maintenance of websites is desirable. A working of knowledge of the creation of invoices and financial processes is highly desirable. Skills Excellent interpersonal skills, oral, and written communication skills are required. The incumbent must be able to apply creative problem-solving skills to daily and project work. The ability to interpret diverse information needs and an understanding of searching and researching processes is essential. This position requires a high degree of organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and meet them. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and Sierra or other library system is an asset. Responsible for awareness of one's OHS related responsibilities as an AU employee and for participating in the AU OHS Program as required. A detailed job description can be viewed at: Library Assistant - Interlibrary Loans Contact Information: For more information regarding this role, please contact Joanna Nemeth, Managing Librarian, Information Services, atjnemeth@athabascau.ca.

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