Law Library Resource Assistant
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Law Library Resource Assistant
- Organization name:
- University of Victoria Libraries
- Job location:
- Victoria , British Columbia
- Length of assignment:
- 2018-05-07 to 2018-08-24 (16 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $25.15
The University of Victoria Libraries Priestly Law Library is seeking one eligible Young Canada Works student for the position of LAW LIBRARY RESOURCE ASSISTANT. The duration of the position is for 16 weeks, excluding statutory holidays, from Monday, May 7, 2018 – Friday, August 24, 2018. The rate of pay is $25.15/hr + 4% vacation pay. English fluency is essential; and although French is not required, it will be considered an asset.
The Law Library is a branch of the wider University of Victoria Libraries system and, physically located within the Faculty of Law, is a partner in the research and teaching of the Faculty of Law. The Law Library has an extensive physical and digital collection of primary and secondary legal professional and interdisciplinary resources that support the high-quality programs of the Faculty of Law. The UVic Faculty of Law prides itself on the high quality of its legal education and its blend of practical skills and critical thinking. Its unique experiential and innovative programs include the Access to Justice Centre of Excellence, the Indigenous Law Research Unit, the Environmental Law Clinic, and the Business Law Clinic.
The Law Library has a number of library resource projects that require advancement over the summer period. The library has recently been in a period of staff and operational renewal and development, collection policies, physical arrangement of resources, digital research resource development, and participation in digitization initiatives. The main objectives of the position of Law Library Resource Assistant is to assist with these projects, either launching and completing some, furthering progress on others, and planning the future work on yet others.
This project will not only provide valuable work experience to the student, but provide an increased knowledge of legal educational resources, academic library holdings, academic and law school libraries procedures and activities.
In order to be most successful, the candidate should:
- be currently enrolled in a MLIS program at a Canadian university (preferred); or currently enrolled in a joint MLIS/JD program; or currently enrolled in a JD program
- be somewhat familiar with the structure and process of academic libraries or law libraries
- basic understanding of project management principles and willingness to learn
- have strong level of computer skill and digital comfort
- be able to work both collaboratively and independently
- have basic experience building and designing web content as well as knowledge of content management software
- have facility with MS Office Suite, including MS Excel or comparable spreadsheet applications
-have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- be comfortable interacting with the public
The deadline for applications is Thursday, April 12, 2018. All interested candidates who are eligible for the YCW program should apply by email with a cover letter and resume (as a single PDF file) to:
Kim Nayyer, LLB, MLIS
Associate University Librarian, Law
University of Victoria Libraries
Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Law
University of Victoria
Email: knayyer@uvic.ca
www.uvic.ca/library
Please note only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Characteristics of City/Region:
"Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island with a population of 345,000 people. With its mild climate, Victoria can be enjoyed all year-round.
You have your pick of outdoor excitement here. Take a sailing course, hike a mountain, explore the coastline by kayak or drive up island for a weekend of skiing. We've got it all.
Victoria may be surrounded by rainforest but it’s actually a lot drier than nearby Seattle or Vancouver. Annual rainfall is just 23.9 inches and Victoria is home to the warmest winters in Canada. Snow isn’t common in the city, so golfers, hikers and tennis enthusiasts can play outside all year long.
With a vibrant population like ours, there's a great selection of things to do. From international film, music, art and cultural festivals to poetry readings and musical performances, there are countless opportunities."
Taken from http://www.uvic.ca/home/about/victoria/index.php
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