Librarian, Auxiliary

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Library
Application deadline: October 30, 2026

Job Number: J1026-0364 Status: Auxiliary Open Positions: 1 Campus(es): Abbotsford (King Road), Chilliwack (CEP), Mission Hours/Week: 5 % Full Time: On-Call Total Months/Year: 12 Contract Term: On-call, as needed Salary Schedule: Sessional Hourly Schedule, Group B Salary: $45.74 - $69.05/Hour

Job Summary

Working scheduled and on-call shifts, the successful applicant will provide excellent reference service in all disciplines to students and faculty, both face-to-face and in the AskAway chat environment. The Librarian will teach library instruction classes across a wide range of disciplines working closely with classroom faculty. Other projects will be assigned as time and expertise permit. Evening and weekend work may be required.

The UFV Library has three branches located on the Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and Mission campuses, and provides services to students, faculty, and staff at all UFV campuses and online.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Studies (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited school is required.

• Experience providing a high level of reference and instructional services in a library setting is required.

• Experience providing reference services through a variety of technologies such as AskAway is an asset.

• Experience working with library systems and technology is an asset.

• Thorough knowledge of library resources including a variety of electronic databases is required.

• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service is essential.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication and organizational skills are required.

• Must be able to work in a collaborative environment as a part of a team.

• Demonstrated proficiency is required in the use of computer applications including electronic databases and search engines.

• LibGuides experience is an asset.

• Must have experience presenting to groups; teaching experience is an asset.

• Must have own transportation and be able to work a flexible schedule.

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting a cover letter and resume by the application deadline.