Support Services Technician

Imagine working at the heart of Saskatchewan’s democratic process, where your technical library expertise directly supports the work of elected officials and contributes to the institution of Parliament. Based in the historic Legislative Building in beautiful Wascana Park, this role offers the chance to grow, evolve, and contribute to something bigger. The LAS is dedicated to enhancing parliamentary democracy by providing impartial, non-partisan support to the Legislative Assembly. Our mission is to foster a transparent, participatory democracy, with a team committed to supporting the institution of Parliament for the people of Saskatchewan.

The Legislative Library plays a vital role in this mandate by developing and maintaining the legislative and research collection, ensuring its present and future accessibility to parliamentarians, the public service, and the people of Saskatchewan.

Reporting to the Director of Support Services and working under the day-to-day direction of the Technical Services Coordinator, the Support Services Technician plays a key role in the Legislative Library’s technical services.

What You’ll Do:
• Acquire and manage library materials, including serials check-in and order processing.
• Perform original and copy cataloguing, classification, and subject analysis using AACR2, RDA, Dewey Decimal, and CODOC standards.
• Process government publications under The Legislative Assembly Act, 2007, maintain The Checklist: Saskatchewan Government Publications, and support copyright and digital repository initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain optimal environmental conditions for collection storage and preservation.
• Train and support staff in acquisitions, serials management, and repository processes.
• Contribute to special projects, collaboration initiatives, and internal problem-solving efforts.

What You Bring:
• A Library and Information Technician diploma from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of cataloguing standards (AACR2, RDA), classification systems (Dewey, CODOC), and emerging library technologies.
• Experience in acquisitions, serials management, cataloguing, and digital resource management.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with parliamentary documents, legislative processes, and government structures (asset).

Join us and contribute to a transparent, participatory democracy while building your career in a dynamic and intellectually engaging environment.

All employees of the Legislative Assembly Service are required to provide non-partisan, confidential service to all Members of the Legislative Assembly.