Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID:

4614

Internal Closing Date:

May 24, 2026

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1

• Salary Information:

13 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $33.88 to $37.81 per hour

Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

9:00am-4:30pm

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

35

We are currently seeking a Library Campus Supervisor to join our Library team.

Job Overview

The Library Campus Supervisor performs a variety of administrative duties in support of the Library multi-campus plan and operation, using a comprehensive knowledge of the Library Division goals/standards as well as institutional policies and procedures. The incumbent plans, analyzes and interprets complex divisional issues (e.g. scheduling, patron issues), researches options, recommends and implements solutions. The Library Campus Supervisor provides leadership and supervision to support staff and is responsible for all campus Library facilities. Remote supervision and backup coverage of all campuses is required.

Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same or lower pay grade.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a two-year Library Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution and/or combination of equivalent education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• One-year previous supervisory experience and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in the areas of recruiting, training, scheduling, assigning work and conducting performance appraisals.
• Sound knowledge and experience using an integrated library system.
• Demonstrated keyboarding skills, formal training and/or acquired understanding of computer concepts and terminology, and experience with Microsoft Office, file management systems, email and presentation of statistical and financial information.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to independently draft professional correspondence and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information as well as exercise ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations and work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of and proven ability to explain and interpret library policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision to establish priorities, achieve deadlines, problem solve and function well under pressure.
• Previous experience working in a public services environment. Ability to patiently and effectively communicate with a diverse range of people and situations, including the ability to diffuse tension in interactions with upset or angry people.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully plan and coordinate activities and projects and provide leadership and direction to team members.
• Demonstrated numerical and statistical competency, experience with budget development and monitoring.
• Experience and success in data gathering, analysis and report writing to support evidence-based decision making.
• Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight library materials and move materials on carts.

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.