Northwestern Polytechnic

Northwestern Polytechnic aspires to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic in Canada by 2034. We are recruiting individuals who spark creativity, drive innovation, are highly engaged, and are eager to embrace our core values: innovation & responsiveness. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are someone who is willing to turn risk into opportunity, Northwestern is your employer of choice. A recently aligned strategic plan identifies 1, 3, 5, and 10-year goals, tactics, and actions that will ensure Canada's newest polytechnic will be its most entrepreneurial.

What We Offer

Northwestern Polytechnic offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development and wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package, and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community.

The Department

The Learning Commons is the academic heart of our institution: a place to engage, learn, and discover. We offer supports to help faculty and students engage in teaching, learning, and research, all in one place! Our team of librarians and academic support professionals offer a multitude of services including academic coaching, assistive technology, exam accommodations, skills building, and a testing centre.

We are currently looking for a full time permanent Library Technician.

Employee Group: Employees' Association

Annual Salary Range: Library Technician Level C - $40,356 - $57,480

Job Requirements

This position supports the research, teaching, and learning activities of NWP by:

• Providing circulation and reference services, plus basic technical assistance, to students, faculty, and staff
• Supervising part-time/casual Learning Commons staff members
• Proctoring exams in the Testing Centre
• Planning and running Learning Commons programs and events
• Completing other technical duties to facilitate Learning Commons services

The successful candidate will have a Library and Information Technology Diploma and a minimum of one year experience working as a library technician. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Experience with an ILS, ideally SirsiDynix
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships within an organization
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically will be considered. To apply, go to http://www.nwpolytech.ca/careers and select the job posting.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca.

Thank you for applying to NWP!