We foster healthy and supportive workplaces, invest in learning and development, strengthen connections across our community, and empower innovation and transformation. BCIT’s Burnaby Library is seeking a temporary, full time (1.0 FTE ) Library and Information Assistant . This position provides core front‑line library service in‑person and / or virtually including Circulation, Student Library Accounts, BCIT student identification cards, Course Reserves, general instruction on circulating equipment and technical support.

Regularly uses and stays current on Banner, Integrated Library System (various modules), and digitization software such as Word Press. Answers general questions and supports librarians in providing information services and access to print and digital resources at the reference desk. Answers general copyright questions and provides copyright information/guidelines to faculty and staff.

Maintains physical library collections, reserve collection and course outlines in print and digital form and conducts metadata creation for digitization projects such as Open Education. Provides assistance to Technical Services. Orders and maintains supplies for Burnaby library.

Please note the hours for this role would be from 7:30AM – 3:30PM at the Burnaby campus (Mon – Fri). Must be available for shift work on evenings and weekends during library open hours. Provides counter services for students, staff and faculty.

Answers general information questions and provides reference assistance to local and distance users in multiple modalities, and settings using a wide range of resources in varying formats. Accessing library materials/equipment, managing library accounts, room bookings Supports/liaises with faculty and librarians for creating and maintaining the course reserve collection and materials. Supports faculty in the maintenance and creation of course outlines.

Processes library materials, serials/journals, claims missing or late issues.

Maintains physical collections: shelving, removing weeded items, collection inventory, damaged items needing repair. Supports other library departments such as interlibrary loan (materials handling);Technical Services; Marketing, assists with displays and events; Media Works, assists with equipment demonstrations; assists librarians with monthly day‑care story time. Responsible for opening and closing the library and works independently evenings and weekends.

Maintains records in Library Information System, Banner and AMAG . Refers and assists students to access BCIT’s student services departments and to navigate the campuses. Creates and distributes student identification cards as per institute standards.

Supports

Technology services, including:



Provides back‑up for Media works specialists assisting students with frequently used equipment such as 3D printers and AR/VR equipment both in person, remotely, and at events/demos.

Conducts Digital Services tasks by: Scanning and digitizes BCIT’s historical course outline collection, adding metadata tags and uploading to information and archival digital repositories; Digitization and conversion of documents to be uploaded to Open Education platforms using Wordpress and other electronic publishing services. Supports the Financial administration of various tasks, such as: Assisting students with card balances and online credit financial transactions in the Papercut printing system. Cash/electronic collection of fines/fees, regarding library fines/fees on student accounts.

Reconciles library procurement cards, and invoices against Cognos reports.

Other Administrative duties include: Manages office supplies for all campus libraries. Supports the PS Supervisor with copyright access and permissions for the institute. Statistics – maintains circulation, collections and library usage statistics.

Collaborates with Facilities, Logistics, and Security re building maintenance and safety & security issues. Manages room bookings for group study in the institute and events in the library. Performing other clerical duties e.g. word processing, spreadsheet preparation, desktop publishing, searching the internet and databases, invoicing, photocopying, filing, email and booking of study rooms, as required.

Reviews, maintains and ensures communication and consistency of library policies and procedures. Works collaboratively with colleagues in all Library departments and with other BCIT departments. Participates in library committees, meetings, training and events.

Participates as fire wardens and as part of library emergency services plans. Provides emergency back‑up and vacation coverage at other campus libraries.

Education: ~ Completion of Grade 12, plus completion of a two-year Certified Library and Information Technology Diploma program. Two years general experience, plus up to four years practical experience in a related library position. Software/Computer Application(s) and Expertise: Ability to use iPAD, tablets, AR/VR, printers, scanners, computers, office software, library software, and circulating equipment.





Knowledge and experience with automated library systems (such as Creative Sierra) and student registration systems (such as Banner). Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to deal courteously, tactfully, and discretely with library clients in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Flexible and adaptive work style. Ability to plan, organize and manage workload, and projects efficiently and effectively. Ability to learn and use new software and library systems. Physical ability to move book trucks and lift equipment or materials of up to 15 kg.

Works autonomously during evenings and weekends as required. Flexible for shift work. Competitive pay Minimum of fifteen days of vacation prorated per year Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $325 if eligible!

Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part‑time. BCIT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT , and the larger community. We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply.

While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Accessibility is an integral part of BCIT’s commitment to equity and inclusion.

The British Columbia

Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Posting Category Posting Category Administration

Department 2 Library Services Bargaining Unit Bargaining Unit BCGEU Support Staff Job Status Auxiliary in Temporary Appointment (BCGEU SS Only) Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). ~ What is the highest level of education attained?

High School

Diploma ~ Bachelors Degree ~ PHD ~* This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate ~ I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate #

📌 Library and Information Assistant (Burnaby)
🏢 British Columbia Institute of Technology
📍 Burnaby