Library Clerk III, Access Services

Saint Mary’s UniversityHalifax, NS, CA

6 days ago

Salary

CA$43,876.00 yearly

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

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The Opportunity

Halifax, NS Education and Training Entry Level Full-time

Library Clerk III, Access Services - Patrick Power Library

Bargaining Unit 179)

Date Posted : March 3, 2025

Posting Deadline : March 14, 2025

Department : Access Services, Patrick Power Library

Type of Employment : Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation : Bargaining Unit 179, Group 4 ($38,226- $43,876 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Library Clerk III to join our Access Services, Patrick Power Library team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include :

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Defined Contribution Pension plan
Vacation
Holiday closure
Summer Hours schedule
Transit EPass

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Access Services, the Library Clerk III will :

Provide service to library patrons at the Circulation Services Desk

Provide access to Reserve Readings for library users.

Create University ID cards.

Assist in training Student Assistants and new staff.

Work closely with the Library Clerk IV Evening Supervisor, and in the absence of the Evening Supervisor, provide key holder duties during evening operations.

Provide key operator routine maintenance on office equipment in Access Services.

In the absence of the Library Clerk IV, prepare the daily bank deposit for verification and deliver it to the Service Centre.

Hours of Work

Fall and Winter Sessions : Mon-Fri, 3 : 30pm-11 : 30pm

Spring and Summer sessions : Mon-Fri, 1 : 30pm-9 : 30pm

Intersessions : Mon-Fri, 9 : 30am-5 : 30pm

OT, evenings / weekends / holidays possible.

The Collective Agreement can be viewed here.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Library Clerk III you will have :

Library and Information (LIT) Diploma and minimum six (6) months related experience or

High School graduation and a minimum one (1) year related experience.

Strong organizational skills and ability to function independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Knowledge of MS Office, internet browsers and e-mail application.

Good working knowledge of an academic library and its resources.

Experience with an integrated library system an asset.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application :

Resume

Cover Letter

Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons / visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

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