Resource Sharing Assistant I

University of Victoria; Victoria; In loco; CAD 47.000 - 49.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Victoria’s Library seeks a Resource Sharing Assistant I to support daily workflows, process physical materials, assist users, and contribute to weeding and shifting projects. You’ll become familiar with equipment, library databases, Alma, and productivity software in a collaborative team setting.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a similar environment, with strong organizational skills and a customer-focused approach; some post-secondary education is preferred.

Competenze

• This role requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience in a post-secondary or library setting.
• Equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Commitment to accuracy, organization, and customer service.

Mansioni

• Handle daily workflows, including routine library collections maintenance.
• Process physical materials and support other units with tasks.
• Assist users in locating materials and accessing services.
• Contribute to large-scale weeding, discarding, and shifting projects.

Conoscenze

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Excel

Web tools

Databases

Organizational skills

Time management

Physical stamina

Formazione

Secondary school graduation

Some post-secondary education preferred

Strumenti

Alma integrated library system

Library catalogs familiarity

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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Library

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

12 November 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

0.57

Salary Grade

$4,215.00 - $4,348.00

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Start Date

11/30/2026

End Date

11/29/2027

Employee Group

CUPE 951 - Term

# of Hires Needed

3

Category

Customer Service, Education, Training, and Library

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

Questions about this opportunity can be directed to Nicole Herron - [e-mail].

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Access Services and Advanced Fulfillment, this position works within the Stacks Management team to accomplish daily workflows including routine library collections maintenance; all processing of physical materials; assisting other library units with departmental and collections-based tasks; assisting users with locating material and services; and large-scale weeding discarding and shifting projects. The Resource Sharing Assistant I position will become familiar with various equipment, library databases, integrated library systems (e.g., Alma), scanning equipment, creating PDFs, and using productivity software. This position contributes to a supportive and collegial team environment in which communication, prioritization, and team-based projects are of the highest priority.

This is a physically demanding position which requires moving items approximately 10kg (22lbs) throughout the building and accessing materials at various heights. This position may be required to work varied daytime, evening, and weekend shifts to complete time-sensitive projects with hard deadlines.

Job Requirements

Experience:
This position requires a level of education, training and experience equivalent to a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a similar position in a post-secondary, library or institutional environment. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing the principles of truth, reconciliation and respect, equity diversity and inclusion, and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with effective attention to detail and time management
• Knowledge of library bibliographic records; familiarity with searching different libraries' catalogues to locate materials, assess holdings, and identify lending policies is an asset
• Contributes to a collegial and collaborative team culture by communicating in a productive, solutions-oriented, and neutral manner
• Demonstrated experience in providing customer service
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with all members of the university community and the public while respecting confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Computer and software proficiency (Microsoft Office suite, web tools, Excel, databases)
• Ability to organize and complete work assignments accurately and on-time while balancing competing demands
• Physical endurance and ability to move library materials and remain on your feet for majority of your shift.

Specialized Knowledge/Education

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent. Some post-secondary education is preferred.
• Experience working with Library of Congress classification system is an asset

Territory Acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [e-mail] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.