Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.  KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

JOB OVERVIEW:   Library Assistant, Indigenous & IDEA

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completion of a two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post- secondary institution or combination of equivalent education, training and experience.
• Background in equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, decolonization, reconciliation or lived experience.
• An understanding of Brian Deer classification is preferred.
• Relevant community-based and/or professional experience rooted in Indigenous communities, knowledges, and traditions is preferred.
• Training or experience in accessibility requirements for online resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, demonstrated attention to detail.
• Knowledge/training in digital or physical accessibility and/or IDEA issues would be an asset.
• Demonstrated keyboarding skills, understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with word processing software and file management systems
• Demonstrated experience at a basic skill level in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
• Ability to interact effectively with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move materials on carts.

Indigenous Community at KPU

KPU is grateful to have a strong and welcoming Indigenous community and we want to our university to be a place where Indigenous employees belong and feel safe. We are committed to working on institutional decolonization and honouring the unceded and traditional territories we live and work on. In order to highlight the important contributions of the Indigenous community at KPU and facilitate relationship building, we encourage you to click here to learn more about their work.

Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

Note to Applicants:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.