Particulars of Position

• Creation of original cataloguing records based on AARC2 (Anglo – American Cataloging rules, 2nd edition) and Library of Congress for government documents, texts, electronic and multimedia resources including CD-Rom’s, audio cassettes, audio visual tapes and Internet (W.W.W.) resources including web pages, databases and other on line resources.

• Searching automated library systems and importing and editing appropriate catalogue records from the Library or Congress, AMICUS and other international databases. Verifying name authorities using Canada Authority files and AMICUS to conform to National Library of Canada standards as well as Library of Congress standards.

• Maintenance of ATHENA library software, including installation of updates, troubleshooting and maintenance of backup files on library server and CD-ROM.

• Maintenance and implementation of management procedures for catalogued materials.

• Acting as client contact in the absence of the Information Specialist and handling quick reference requests for information from in-house clientele and occasionally non-staff clientele.

• Researching sources as assigned by supervisor to fill specific interlibrary loan and duplication request by staff.

• Orders references and library supply material as requested by senior staff.

• Maintenance of library web page.

• Training of library patrons in the use of catalogue and other software and hardware used in the library.

• Requires knowledge acquired through the completion of a two year Library Technician diploma.

• Requires knowledge of technical library practices including bibliographic search techniques and MARC record cataloguing, standard library procedures, and automated library management software.

• Requires working knowledge of HTML and webpage creation and maintenance.

• Requires ability to use information search techniques on the Internet to find specific information.

• Requires knowledge of AMICUS and Library of Congress databases.

• Ability to use latest computer hardware (Dell Micro-computer and HP printer, photocopier) and related software (Microsoft Email, Microsoft Word and Excel), as well as OCR Document Scanner, HP photo-slide scanner, Kodak picture card reader, and microfiche reader.

• Requires a working knowledge of subjects that are typically dealt with by the department.

• Requires ability to organize and prioritize  work assignments with particular attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a team format are necessary.