Interim Library Campus Supervisor
Posted 18 days ago
Job Description
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
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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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.
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.
click here for a more detailed job description
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.
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Application closing date is 2025-07-22
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