2627-201 - Campus Library Technician (TS8) - Ivany Campus

Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pension plan

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Aid

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Nova Scotia Community College's Ivany Campus in Dartmouth is seeking a Campus Library Technician (TS8) on a 60% continuing part-time basis, commencing November 16, 2026. The role supports library and learning commons services for students, faculty, staff and the community.

The successful candidate will assist with access to resources, reference support, collection maintenance, and campus events while leveraging tools like Alma, Primo VE, Office 365 and Brightspace to enhance learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a diploma in Library and Information Technology.
• You have a minimum of one year (full time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in a library environment. Academic library experience is considered an asset.
• You have experience supporting and providing service to diverse user groups.
• You have experience with academic integrity, citation and referencing.
• You possess strong demonstrated experience with library applications, including library service platforms (Alma is an asset) and discovery services (Primo VE is an asset), specialized databases; internet resources and LibApps (e.g., LibGuides).
• You have strong demonstrated computer literacy skills, including experience with Office 365 and Learning Management Systems (e.g., Brightspace). Pressbooks experience is considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
• Copyright and open educational resources (OER) experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with assistive technology e.g., alternate format texts (AFTs), text-to-speech software, accessibility features in desktop and web applications and equipment, is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Actively promoting and supporting the delivery of all Libraries and Learning Commons services, programs, initiatives and activities.
• Providing on-site and online library support to students, faculty, staff and community members by responding to various levels of research/reference questions. This includes helping users access and use library resources and making referrals to other relevant College supports.
• Using shared Novanet systems (e.g. Alma) to complete fulfilment activities such as processing library materials and equipment for loan and providing interlibrary loan, document delivery and reserve services.
• Supporting Accessible Format Texts (AFTs) by processing approved requests and supplying students with required materials.
• Providing technology support for equipment and software such as Brightspace, Office 365, Pressbooks, and library printers/scanners.
• Supporting collection maintenance by maintaining accurate circulation data, receiving and processing new materials, and assisting with deselection projects.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the Libraries and Learning Commons on college-wide and consortia initiatives. This includes participating in working groups, committees, and projects to advance library and learning commons services.
• Supporting the success of campus events, activities and initiatives, such as orientations and convocation.

Skills

Equity & Inclusion

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Coordination

Tech troubleshooting

Records management

Time management

Education

Library and Information Technology diploma

Tools

Alma

Primo VE

LibGuides

Office 365

Brightspace

Pressbooks

LibApps

Job description

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Department of Libraries and Learning Commons

Application deadline: October 22, 2026

Discover

The Opportunity

In-person

Education and Training

Experienced

Temporary

Competition Number: 2627-201

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Pension plan
• Retirement Plans
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Aid
• Wellness Programs

Operational Support

Campus Library Technician (TS8)

Ivany Campus

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Continuing Part-time (60%) Position:

Commencing approximately November 16, 2026

Salary range:

$47,711.56 to $55,553.09 annually (salary will be pro-rated based on 60% position)

What you'll do

Responsibilities

• Actively promoting and supporting the delivery of all Libraries and Learning Commons services, programs, initiatives and activities.
• Providing on-site and online library support to students, faculty, staff and community members by responding to various levels of research/reference questions. This includes helping users access and use library resources and making referrals to other relevant College supports.
• Using shared Novanet systems (e.g. Alma) to complete fulfilment activities such as processing library materials and equipment for loan and providing interlibrary loan, document delivery and reserve services.
• Supporting Accessible Format Texts (AFTs) by processing approved requests and supplying students with required materials.
• Providing technology support for equipment and software such as Brightspace, Office 365, Pressbooks, and library printers/scanners.
• Supporting collection maintenance by maintaining accurate circulation data, receiving and processing new materials, and assisting with deselection projects.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the Libraries and Learning Commons on college-wide and consortia initiatives. This includes participating in working groups, committees, and projects to advance library and learning commons services.
• Supporting the success of campus events, activities and initiatives, such as orientations and convocation.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a diploma in Library and Information Technology.
• You have a minimum of one year (full time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in a library environment. Academic library experience is considered an asset.
• You have experience supporting and providing service to diverse user groups.
• You have experience with academic integrity, citation and referencing.
• You possess strong demonstrated experience with library applications, including library service platforms (Alma is an asset) and discovery services (Primo VE is an asset), specialized databases; internet resources and LibApps (e.g., LibGuides).
• You have strong demonstrated computer literacy skills, including experience with Office 365 and Learning Management Systems (e.g., Brightspace). Pressbooks experience is considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.
• Copyright and open educational resources (OER) experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with assistive technology e.g., alternate format texts (AFTs), text-to-speech software, accessibility features in desktop and web applications and equipment, is considered an asset.

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating services, logistics and events.
• Ability to assist learners in troubleshooting technology issues including Microsoft Office365, Learning Management Systems, equipment, scanners and printers, etc.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; effective time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism and understanding of confidentiality.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning to maintain currency in professional practice, emerging trends and technology.

A Little Bit About Us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

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