Student Assistant, Music Library

Douglas College; New Westminster; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in New Westminster is seeking a Student Assistant for the Music Library. This role involves assisting faculty with music distribution, maintaining inventory, and supporting the organization of music library materials. Candidates should be highly organized, possess strong music literacy, and have experience with Excel. Flexible working hours and a collaborative environment are offered.

Benefits

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements

Health and dental benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to fitness centres

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in courses at Douglas College or another accredited institution in B.C.
• Must possess a valid Study Permit for international students.

Responsibilities

• Organize and assist with distribution of Music library materials.
• Provide assistance to faculty in locating music.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Music Library.

Skills

Highly organized

Strong music literacy

Experience with Excel

Education

Current enrollment in Music department

Job description

Overview

Position: Student Assistant, Music Library

Location: New Westminster Campus

Salary: $18.42/hour

What We Offer

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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What It Takes

The Music Librarian will assist faculty and staff in the Music department in organizing the distribution of music and maintaining the inventory of the Music Library. Students currently enrolled in the Music department are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and assist with the distribution and collection of Music library materials including ensemble music, textbooks, and other materials.
• Provide faculty with assistance in locating music when requested.
• Organize, file and re-shelve Music Library materials.
• Assist other Music Student Assistants with preparing scores and parts in advance of rehearsals.
• Maintain the general cleanliness and organization of the Music Library.
• Assist with equipment inventory
• Other activities as directed by the Music Technician

To Be Successful in This Role You Will Need

• Highly organized and capable of working independently
• Strong music literacy (ability to read music)
• Experience with managing information in Excel

Eligibility

Domestic students: Must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• Be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
• Have been enrolled in and maintained a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and indicate an intention to enroll in the term immediately following the work term; OR
• Be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term; OR
• Have been enrolled in and maintained a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and have indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term.

International students: Must meet ONE of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• Be enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR
• Be an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. with a valid Study Permit that allows employment on or off campus, and provide proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution.

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Additional Information

Position is located at the New Westminster campus. Hours of work: up to 20 hours/week. Work terms:

• Fall 2025: September 2, 2025 – December 15, 2025
• Winter 2026: January 5, 2026 – April 24, 2026
• Summer 2026: May 4, 2026 – August 16, 2026

Posting Number: 02627SA | Position Title: Student Assistant, Music Library | Anticipated Start Date: 09/02/2025 | End Date: Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

How To Apply

Open Date: 09/02/2025 | Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References: Not specified

Equity Statement: Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome all people to apply, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as women, persons of marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Important Note

Please include the following in your application:

• Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C.
• Domestic or International student status
• Indicate the work terms you are applying for: Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Summer 2026

If selected for an interview, please bring one of the following:

• Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College or from another post-secondary institution
• Domestic students: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term

Note: The above information is presented as part of the job description for a Student Assistant, Music Library role at Douglas College.

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