Library Technician - Casual Part Time

Mohawk College; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Ontario is seeking a part-time Library Technician to support library services and provide high-level user support. The role requires a two-year Library Technician Diploma and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting library users, providing reference services, and participating in library projects. The position offers flexible hours and a collaborative work environment, promoting diversity and inclusion. This opportunity also includes access to professional development and wellness activities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Defined Benefit pension plan

Discounted athletic facility access

Wellness events and activities

Qualifications

• Previous library experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights and equity.

Responsibilities

• Provide library and information services.
• Serve at the Circulation Desk and assist with reference queries.

Skills

Library experience

Communication skills

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Education

Two-year Library Technician Diploma

Job description

Library Technician - Casual Part Time

Status: Casual Part Time

Hours: Up to 24 hours/week

Home Campus: Fennell (travel to other campuses required)

Rate of Pay: $17.60/hour

Posting Date: December 10th, 2025

Closing Date: December 23rd, 2025 at 7:00pm EST

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

Job Summary

The incumbent supports in any one of the campus Library locations. This position is a point of contact for library users who access library facilities, systems, and services. The incumbent provides a high level of user service in-person, by phone, via email, and online chat including:

• Library and information services such as circulation; reference; information literacy; and orientation to library services, research databases, online library catalogue and various associated resources.
• Library operational support such as preparing and processing resource materials; collecting, tracking and gather statistics for analysis.

Incumbent is required to work shifts, including a combination of early shifts and late shifts to support Library services operating hours.

What you’ll be doing:

Circulation Desk including Reference Services

• Provide service delivery at the Circulation Desk including Reference Services for Mohawk College students, faculty, staff and the community which involves interviewing, interpreting requirements, and establishing level and detail of information required.
• Guide library users in the inquiry and research process.
• Guide academic integrity practices through citation and reference support.
• Provide reference services in-person, by phone, via email, and online chat.
• Provide circulation services using the integrated library system.

Other duties as assigned

• Participate in library projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned that align to the Library and the College’s strategic mandate.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Two-year Library Technician Diploma.
• Previous Library experience an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, employees, and communities.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to gain experience and build relationships at a Hamilton/Niagara Top Employer.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Option to enroll in Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
• Discounted rate for full-service athletic facility and instructor-led classes.
• Opportunities to engage in wellness events and activities.

To find out more about working at Mohawk College, including our Employee Value Proposition, please visit: https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/about-mohawk/careers-at-mohawk

We are committed to reconciliation and nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

To learn more about Mohawk College’s commitments, please visit the Mohawk College strategic plan webpage: https://www.strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/