We are currently seeking a Interim Library Campus Supervisor to join our Library
team.
Job Overview
The Library Campus Supervisor performs a variety of administrative duties in
support of the Library multi-campus plan and operation, using a comprehensive
knowledge of the Library Division goals/standards as well as institutional
policies and procedures. The incumbent plans, analyzes and interprets complex
divisional issues (e.g. scheduling, patron issues), researches options,
recommends and implements solutions. The Library Campus Supervisor provides
leadership and supervision to support staff and is responsible for all campus
Library facilities. Remote supervision and backup coverage of all campuses is
required.
Education and Experience
- Completion of a two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly
accredited post-secondary institution and/or combination of equivalent
education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- One-year previous supervisory experience and/or an equivalent combination of
education, training and experience in the areas of recruiting, training,
scheduling, assigning work and conducting performance appraisals.
- Sound knowledge and experience using an integrated library system.
- Demonstrated keyboarding skills, formal training and/or acquired
understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with
Microsoft Office, file management systems, email and presentation of
statistical and financial information.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate
effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to independently draft professional correspondence and reports.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information as well as exercise
ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations
and work in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of and proven ability to explain and interpret library
policies and procedures.
- Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision to establish priorities,
achieve deadlines, problem solve and function well under pressure.
- Previous experience working in a public services environment. Ability to
patiently and effectively communicate with a diverse range of people and
situations, including the ability to diffuse tension in interactions with
upset or angry people.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully plan and coordinate activities and
projects and provide leadership and direction to team members.
- Demonstrated numerical and statistical competency, experience with budget
development and monitoring.
- Experience and success in data gathering, analysis and report writing to
support evidence-based decision making.
- Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight library materials and move materials
on carts.
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Timings are: Monday to Friday 9am-4:30pm. 1 x 30 minute unpaid meal period and
2 x 15 minutes rest periods.
Hybrid schedule is available after training is completed.
As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within
the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this
position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date
in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications
received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
Salary Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Application review will begin on August 11, 2025 and continue until filled.
