Library Assistant - InterLibrary Loans

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Library Assistant is responsible for retrieving materials requested by Library patrons and by external libraries. This position fulfills patron digitization requests and processes Inter Library Loan lending requests.

High School graduation. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

• Familiarity with using computer-based applications.
• Good interpersonal skills. Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to new processes and changes in technology. Ability to handle routine and repetitive work efficiently.
• Ability to work shifts.
• Ability to work weekdays.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch.
• Ability to push loaded book trucks.
• Ability to stand for most of the shifts.

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work‑life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338).

• An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
• Hybrid‑work program for eligible positions

The assignment start/end dates are:
September 8, 2026 to December 18, 2026.

This is a part‑time position working up to 15 hours biweekly. Days/hours of work are Monday to Friday, 3 hours, 3 days per week, between 9:00am to 5:00pm. There are 2 positions available.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact