Library Student Assistant - Competition ID: 4780

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Vacation package

Tuition waiver

Professional development days

Inter-campus transportation

Job summary

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is seeking a Library Student Assistant to help maintain library materials and assist staff across tasks at our Richmond campus.

The role reports to the Campus Supervisor and offers flexible scheduling (about 8 hours weekly, two 4-hour shifts on weekdays). Prior library knowledge is a plus; applicants must be current KPU students with good academic standing.

Qualifications

• Current KPU student in good academic standing, with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Ability to take direction and complete assigned tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Knowledge of Library procedures and Library of Congress Classification System an asset.
• Demonstrated aptitude for accuracy and detail-oriented work.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move materials on carts is required

Responsibilities

• Shelving library materials
• Emptying book return bins, and discharging library materials
• Shelf reading library as needed
• Shifting books on shelves when needed
• Photocopying or scanning as required
• Emptying small recycling bins into large blue bins
• Picking up discarded library books within the library and bring to Checkout Counter for counting
• Assisting with library promotion and events
• A strong social media user with a desire to contribute content and learn about processes, procedures and best practices
• Assisting with discarding weeded library materials

Education

Current KPU student in good academic standing, with a minimum 2.5 GPA

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.

Organizational Structure

This role reports to the Campus Supervisor.

Summary

Maintaining Library materials in order and assisting staff in a variety of tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Shelving library materials
• Emptying book return bins, and discharging library materials
• Shelf reading library as needed
• Shifting books on shelves when needed
• Photocopying or scanning as required
• Emptying small recycling bins into large blue bins
• Picking up discarded library books within the library and bring to Checkout Counter for counting
• Assisting with library promotion and events
• A strong social media user with a desire to contribute content and learn about processes, procedures and best practices
• Assisting with discarding weeded library materials

Qualifications

• Current KPU student in good academic standing, with a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Ability to take direction and complete assigned tasks in an accurate and timely manner
• Knowledge of Library procedures and Library of Congress Classification System an asset
• Demonstrated aptitude for accuracy and detail-oriented work
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move materials on carts is required

Availability

• Work schedule will be approximately 8 hours weekly
• 8 hours per week, split into two 4-hour shifts (Monday to Friday).
• Each shift includes one 15-minute break.
• Work days and hours are flexible depending on class schedules.

Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following

• Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
• One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
• With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

Total Rewards

The total rewards offerings at KPU include 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.