Librarian, Auxiliary

Njoyn; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is seeking a Librarian to provide reference and instructional services to students and faculty across multiple disciplines, in person and via AskAway. The Librarian will also teach library instruction classes and collaborate with classroom faculty. Evening and weekend work may be required.

UFV operates three library branches on Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and Mission campuses, serving UFV students, faculty, and staff both on campus and online.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Studies (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited school is required.
• Experience providing a high level of reference and instructional services in a library setting is required.
• Experience providing reference services through technologies such as AskAway is an asset.
• Experience working with library systems and technology is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of library resources including electronic databases is required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent reference service in all disciplines to students and faculty, face-to-face and in AskAway chat.
• Teach library instruction classes across a wide range of disciplines.
• Work closely with classroom faculty.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Reference services

Instructional services

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Group teaching

Education

Master of Library & Information Studies

Tools

AskAway

Library systems

LibGuides

Electronic databases

Job description

Job Summary

Working scheduled and on-call shifts, the successful applicant will provide excellent reference service in all disciplines to students and faculty, both face-to-face and in the AskAway chat environment.The Librarian will teach library instruction classes across a wide range of disciplines working closely with classroom faculty.Other projects will be assigned as time and expertise permit.Evening and weekend work may be required.

The UFV Library has threebranches located on the Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and Missioncampuses, and provides services to students, faculty, and staff at all UFV campuses and online.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Studies (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited school is required.
• Experience providing a high level of reference and instructional services in a library setting is required.
• Experience providing reference services through a variety of technologies such as AskAway is an asset.
• Experience working with library systems and technology is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of library resources including a variety of electronic databases is required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication and organizational skills are required.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative environment as a part of a team.
• Demonstrated proficiency is required in the use of computer applications including electronic databases and search engines.
• LibGuides experience is an asset.
• Must have experience presenting to groups; teaching experience is an asset.
• Must have own transportation and be able to work a flexible schedule.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [e-mail]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.