Library Student Assistant III

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on July 10, 2026

Classification: Student Assistant III

Employee Group: PSAC

Job Title: Senior Library Student Assistant

Department:  Library

Wage:  $18.41 per hour

Hours of Work:  Minimum of 4 hours per week (includes evenings and weekends)

Start date: August 24, 2026

Number of positions available: 2-5

Length of Appointment:  August 24, 2026 – August 31, 2027

Date Issued: June 26, 2026

Duties:

– Shelve, shelf-read and straighten the library collection
– Circulation in Main and Music library: loans, returns, renewals, holds, monitor collection security, patron registration
– Handle cash and POS transactions
– Patron assistance (directional questions, basic catalog/database searches, manage appointments, answer the telephone)
– Machine operation, maintenance, and cleaning (computer workstations, printers, photocopiers, whiteboards and shelves)
– Delegate tasks to Student Assistants I/II in absence of regular library staff members
– Execute closing/opening procedures independently
– Library event set up/take down and other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

– Ability to work independently and with others effectively; ability to work courteously with the public; strong attention to detail, punctual and reliable; and excellent problem solving skills and self motivated
– Effective communication skills, reading skills and numerical abilities
– Familiarity with the library collections, library policies and procedures, and knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification System, computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office
– Physically able to lift library materials, bend to shelve, maneuver large heavy book carts, and stand for extended periods of time
– Preference given to current Brandon University students (full or part time), previous library experience is required

Note: Successful candidates are responsible for completing both a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check. Candidates will be responsible for any service charges incurred. Must be available to work evenings and weekends

To Apply: 

Submit your resume and cover letter to libraryjobs@brandonu.ca

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and
permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an
accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.