Stack Attendant - Jobs in Montréal, QC

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Position Number: 50000692 / S0021Department: Circulation DeskGrade: LA-ACampus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)Salary: $22.46 - $25.95 per hourUnion/Association/HR Policy: CULEUPosting deadline: November 2, 2022Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.NOTE: This posting represents a 38-week seasonal part-time position; 15 hours per week.SCOPEUnder the direction of the Head, Access Services, and the supervision of the Circulation Supervisor, the incumbent performs duties related to the orderly maintenance of the library stacks and assists the Circulation Supervisor with duties as assigned.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the maintenance of monographs stack areas according to established procedures.
• Clears, sorts and shelves library materials daily, including Reference and Periodicals materials returned to Access Services; records statistics; shelf-reads on an ongoing basis; maintains shelves in proper order.
• Shifts the monographs, assembles shelves as required; dusts shelves and books.
• Participates in inventory.
• Brings to the attention of the Circulation Supervisor any library materials requiring mending.
• Assists the Circulation Supervisor with special projects related to the maintenance of library stacks, as assigned.
• Searches stacks for missing items, and reports items found or still missing.
• Retrieves items from stacks generated from paging slips when required.
• Assists with the maintenance of the journals display shelves.
• Collects and records required statistics
• Provides directional information to users and refers all other user questions to a physical or online service point.
• Promptly reports security incidents and building maintenance problems according to established procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma (DSS) or relevant commercial or technical training or experience may be substituted, provided a minimum of Grade 10 (two (2) years of high school) completed.
• Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken English. Communication skills in French are an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to locate, sort and shelve books according to Library of Congress Classification.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Demonstrated ability to perform tasks accurately, reliably, and efficiently with a minimum of supervision.
• Evidence of dependability in adhering to schedules.
• Physical ability as attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction. (to push a full book truck (wheeled) weighing approximately 136 kg. and lift heavy volumes averaging 2.2 kg., while paying attention to personal safety and the safety of others; ability to stretch and bend while shelving and to stand for periods of at least 90 minutes.
• Experience working in a library is an asset.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.Territorial AcknowledgementConcordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.Employment EquityConcordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.AccessibilityConcordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.caImmigration StatusAll qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.Quick Apply

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