Associate Library Technician

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey, Richmond, City of Langley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Healthcare spending account

Pension plan

Tuition waiver

Professional development days

Inter-campus transportation

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) invites applications for an Associate Library Technician to join the Library team. The position is temporary part-time with evening shifts (T/W 4:45-11:15pm; Sat 8:45am-4:15pm), totaling 19 hours per week, on-site across campuses in BC.

Responsibilities include circulation and front-line service; an accredited Library Technician diploma and English proficiency are required. Benefits and total rewards apply under the BCGEU agreement.

Qualifications

• Two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience using an integrated library system.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide circulation services and front-line support.

Skills

Integrated library system

English communication

Education

Library Technician diploma

Job description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada's only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC's Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID: 4799Internal Closing Date:September 18, 2026External Closing Date:# of Openings:1*Salary Information:6 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $27.91 to $31.16 per hourEmployment Type:Temporary Part TimeWorkplace Type:On-SiteTravel Frequency:Occasional travel between campuses is required.Employee Group:Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)Days of Work (BCGEU):Tuesday, Wednesday, SaturdayHours of Work (BCGEU):T/W445p-11:15 S:845-4:15pHours per Week (BCGEU):19

We are seeking a Associate Library Technician to join our Library team.

Job Overview

To provide circulation services and a broad spectrum of front-line support.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution or combination of equivalent education, training and experience.

There will be a layoff period in December 2026 and another one in April 2027. Final day of work is dependent on the exam schedule.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience using an integrated library system.
• Ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations and work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated keyboarding skills, understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with word processing software and file management systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of library classification systems.
• Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision to establish priorities, achieve deadlines, problem solve and function well under pressure.
• Previous experience working in a public services environment.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move materials on carts.

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Shift timings are:

T/W: 4:45-11:15pm (6hrs+.5 unpaid)

Sat: 8:45am-4:15pm (7hrs+.5 unpaid)

*19 hours per week on T/W/SAT

Please note- a 30 minute unpaid meal period and paid rest period(s) will be scheduled accordingly as per collective agreement.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.