Library Client Service Associate - Saskatoon Campus (Part-Time Evening/Weekend 2026-2027)

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is hiring a part-time Library Assistant at the Saskatoon Campus. You will greet visitors, provide proactive client-focused service, assist with checkouts, help with technology, and support events and tours under supervision.

The role requires at least six months in customer service, Grade 12, basic Office tools, cash handling, and comfort with equity, diversity, and inclusion. Shifts are evenings and weekends; salary is 20.53–24.53 CAD hourly, 36 hours per week, on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience in a customer service environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome everyone to the library.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Basic Internet

Computers & office equipment

Cash handling

Oral communication

Time management

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion

Independent worker

Telephone skills

Tech troubleshooting

Automated systems knowledge

Education

Grade 12

Supplementary training in technology

Tools

Digital cash register

Library software

Inventory systems

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech's strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Competition Number

Competition Number P17847

Posting Title

Classification

Classification Band 2

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus

Other Location(s)

Other Location(s) Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus

Building

Other Building

Date Posted

Date Posted 08/31/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 09/10/2026

JIQ #

JIQ # 032

Start Date

Start Date 08/24/2026

End Date

End Date 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing No

Category of work

Category of work Part Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Professional Services

Hours of Work

Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified)

Salary Range

Salary Range $20.53 to $24.53 hourly

Temporary Market Stipend

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. every other weekend (Sat/Sun) 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

There are no hours during the Christmas break

Posting Status

Posting Status Open

Special Instructions to Applicants

Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech's strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

• 1. Greet and welcome everyone to the library
• 2. Provide proactive client-focused service by anticipating client needs and by ensuring the highest standards of client service are met to create a welcoming environment
• 3. Maintains client relationships by responding to basic library reference help and documenting action
• 4. Proactively prepares for customer inquiries by studying products, services and customer service processes
• 5. Assists clients in signing materials in and out
• 6. Show clients how to use technology throughout the library
• 7. Assists with events and tours under the direction of a supervisor according to established standardized event/program guidelines
• 8. Shelving, sorting, and processing materials
• 9. Maintaining attractive, welcoming, and inviting library spaces (I.e., tidying and cleaning)
• 10. Refer students to library resources to meet their needs
• 11. Provide technical assistance with library equipment and technology
• 12. Take payments for library fine and fees
• 13. Provide assistance with tracking and updating library usage data
• 14. Assist with client’s lab/study room bookings
• 15. Handling cash.
• 16. Provide basic clerical support

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Specific Accountabilities

Duties

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

• 1. Minimum six (6) months experience in a customer service environment
• 2. Grade 12 with supplementary training or experience in technology
• 3. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• 4. Basic Internet
• 5. Basic working knowledge of computers and related office equipment
• 6. Effective oral communication skills including basic telephone and customer service experience
• 7. Effective time management and organizational skills
• 8. Knowledge of automated system software (client databases, inventory etc.)
• 9. Handling cash and use of a digital cash register
• 10. Ability to work alone
• 11. Attention to detail
• 12.Demonstrates understanding and valuing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Desired QSA

Posting Supplemental Questions

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