Student Librarian - Office Assistant B

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 23,758,000 - 27,276,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal seeks a Student Librarian to provide reference desk assistance and virtual reference service to students, faculty, and library users. They will also participate in special projects and design learning objects in collaboration with librarians.

This on-site position supports teaching workshops, outreach, and exhibits, and contributes to collection development while engaging with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• MISt program (School of Information Studies) or MISt degree is preferred.
• Familiar with library information technology and McGill resources.
• Experience with LibGuides, LibAnswers or library outreach is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist researchers at the Reference Desk and via virtual chat/email/text.
• Participate in teaching workshops and special projects.
• Support collection development, LibGuides, and exhibits.
• Engage in outreach and orientation activities while promoting service.
• Communicate effectively with diverse library users in English and French.

Skills

Public service experience

English-French bilingual

Reliable and flexible

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Hiring Unit: Humanities and social Sciences Library

Hour of work: 15 hours

Period of Employment: From September 20, 2026 to May 1, 2027

Position Summary: Under the supervision of a library head and with support from the liaison librarian team, the Student Librarian will provide both personal service at the Reference Desk and/or virtual reference service (chat, email, text messages) to McGill students, faculty, and other users of McGill Libraries. They will also participate in special projects and design learning objects in collaboration with librarians. This is an on-site position. Primary duties include: informing and assisting researchers at the Reference Desk in discovering, accessing and using the Libraries' substantial information resources; communicating with and assisting remote clients through our Virtual Chat service (LibAnswers) and email in discovering, accessing and using information resources in all subject areas; assisting librarians with teaching workshops; assisting librarians with special projects (e.g. collection development, LibGuides, exhibits); participating in outreach and orientation activities; and conveying and demonstrating the service orientation and function of the Libraries in the performance of these duties.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:

• Students currently enrolled in the MISt program in the School of Information Studies, or students enrolled in a graduate program at McGill University who already have an MISt degree.
• Reference, public service, or library experience would be an asset.
• Familiarity with the application of information technology in libraries and knowledge of McGill digital resources.
• Reliability and flexibility in covering shifts.
• Fluent in oral and written communication in English and French. McGill University is an English-language university where day-to-day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (3) on a scale of 0-4. Other languages an asset.
• Effective communication skills within tactful and sympathetic social discourse.
• Demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and commitment to inclusion in the workplace and of the practices that contribute to a welcoming workplace.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 1 Year Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE B) $22.11

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

15 (Part time)

Position Start Date:

2026-09-20

Position End Date:

2027-05-01

Deadline to Apply:

2026-09-11

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

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