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Student Librarian - Office Assistant B

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McGill University

Sep 5

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Montréal
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a current MISt student or have an MIS degree, be tech-savvy, reliable, bilingual in English and French, and committed to diversity and inclusion.
  • You will assist clients at the Reference Desk and via Virtual Chat, support librarians in workshops and special projects, and promote library services through outreach and orientation activities.

Requirements

  • Students currently enrolled in the MISt program in the School of Information Studies, or students enrolled in a graduate program at McGill University who already have an MIS degree.
  • Reference, public service, or library experience would be an asset.
  • Familiarity with the application of information technology in libraries and knowledge of McGill digital resources, including website, databases and catalogues.
  • Competence with the Web and comfort with new technologies.
  • Reliability and flexibility in covering shifts.
  • Fluent in oral and written communication in English and French. McGill University is an English-language university where day-to-day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (3) on a scale of 0-4 Other languages an asset.
  • Effective communication skills within tactful and sympathetic social discourse.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and commitment to inclusion in the workplace and of the practices that contribute to a welcoming workplace.

Responsibilities

  • To assist in the provision of library and information services and collections to support teaching, learning, research, and outreach activities.
  • Inform and assist clients at the Reference Desk in discovering, accessing and using the Library’s substantial information resources.
  • Communicate with and assist remote clients through our Virtual Chat service (LibAnswers) and email, in discovering, accessing and using information resources in all subject areas.
  • Assist librarians with teaching workshops.
  • Assist librarians with special projects (e.g. collection development, LibGuides, exhibits). Participate in outreach and orientation activities.
  • Convey and demonstrate the service orientation and function of the Library in the performance of these duties.

FAQs

What are the hours of work for the Student Librarian position?

The Student Librarian position requires 15 hours of work per week.

What is the hourly rate for this job?

The hourly rate for the Student Librarian position is $22.11.

Which unit is hiring for this position?

The hiring unit for the Student Librarian position is Teaching & Learning.

What period does the employment cover?

The period of employment is through the Fall and Winter terms, from September to April.

Is the Student Librarian position on-site or remote?

This is an on-site position; students will be placed at either Schulich Library, Humanities and Social Sciences Library, Nahum Gelber Law Library, or Rare Books and Special Collections.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Students currently enrolled in the MISt program in the School of Information Studies or those enrolled in a graduate program at McGill University with an MIS degree are required.

Is previous library experience necessary for this role?

While reference, public service, or library experience would be an asset, it is not strictly necessary.

What languages are required for the Student Librarian position?

Fluency in oral and written communication in English and French is required. Other languages are an asset.

How can I apply for this position if I am a current McGill employee?

Current McGill employees should log in to their McGill Workday account and apply through the Find Jobs report instead of through the Career Site.

What types of projects might the Student Librarian assist with?

The Student Librarian will assist with special projects such as collection development, LibGuides, and exhibits, as well as participate in outreach and orientation activities.

Are there any diversity and inclusion commitments mentioned in the job posting?

Yes, McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and encourages applications from individuals representing various designated equity groups.

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McGill University is one of Canada's best-known institutions of higher learning and one of the leading universities in the world. With students coming to McGill from some 150 countries, our student body is the most internationally diverse of any research-intensive university in the country. McGill was founded in 1821 thanks to a generous bequest by James McGill, and since then, we've grown from a small college to a bustling university with three campuses, 11 faculties, some 300 programs of study, and more than 37,500 students. The University also partners with four affiliated teaching hospitals to graduate over 1,000 health care professionals each year. The goal of McGill University's social media platforms is to strengthen our community, which includes students, faculty, and alumni. The aim is to provide information on events, campus news and promote networking. McGill University fosters freedom of expression, while valuing respect and collegiality. We encourage respectful dialogue and reserve the right to remove the following: Comments deemed offensive, vulgar or profane; comments off-topic and/or unrelated to posted content; content that infringes on an individual's privacy or copyright.

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