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Part-time library staff are often responsible for assisting patrons with locating materials, checking items in and out, shelving books, and helping to maintain an organized, welcoming environment. A common challenge is balancing peak times when multiple patrons require assistance, especially during busy periods or special events. Additionally, part-time employees may need to quickly adapt to new technologies and library systems, as well as collaborate with full-time staff to ensure smooth daily operations. This role is a great opportunity to build customer service and organizational skills in a supportive, community-focused setting.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Library job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,744 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

GG389- Climate Change

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, ON โ€ข On-site

CA$10K/mo

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Scienceย 

Department: Geography and Environmental Studiesย 

Campus: Waterlooย 

Employee Group: WLUFAย 

Requisition ID: 11728ย 

Position Title: GG389- Climate Change

Term: Winter 2027

Days/Times: M; W 01:00 - 02:20 PM

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week/36 total

Mode of Delivery: In-Person

Type of Instruction: Lecture

Anticipated Class Size: 60

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: July 27, 2026

Posting ends: August 14, 2026

AI tools will be used in the hiring process: No

Position Summary: Thisย courseย examines the natural and anthropogenic means by which global climate changes. (Physical Geography).

Qualifications - Required Academic Degree: PhD

Qualifications - Required Discipline: Geography, Environmental Studies

Qualifications - Other: Environmental Studies or Geography expertise; Preference will be given to candidates who illustrate this area of expertise and also a commitment to active learning in Teaching Dossier.

Salary: $10,212.40

Application Deadline: August 14, 2026; 11:59 pm

Submit with Application:

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Required for All Applicants

  • CV (required)
  • Candidate Application Form (CAF)

Required for External Applicants

  • Names and Contact Information for Referees
  • Evidence of Good Teaching
  • Verification of highest degree

Optional

  • Cover Letter
  • Teaching Dossier
  • Sample Course Outline

Note: A Cover Letter is not expected (unless noted as required) as the CAF will include information that is typically included in a Cover Letter.

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PLEASE SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS IN ONE PDF FILE.

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr Robert McLeman, Chairย 

Geography & Environmental Studies Departmentย 

Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario

To Apply:

Please click the gold "Apply Now" button located on the top right hand side of the page.

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You will be asked to sign in if you have already created an account. If you are not a registered user you may create an account to apply to career opportunities. Once an account is created you will be able to sign in to apply for the position.

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. ย All applicants are assessed using both the "Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1" in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric. ย Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.ย 

Please Note:

Assessment of your application will be based primarily on the Candidate Application Form (CAF). The Part-time Appointment Committee is only required to review the CAF, Curriculum Vitae, and any specifically referenced pages in a supplemental document(s) to ensure fair assessment of each candidate.

Candidate Application form (CAF)ย is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of theย Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreementย for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.

For Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance, see Article 28.2, and coordination of large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contract Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posted in an alternative format, please contact Faculty Relations at FacultyRelations@wlu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Members of the equity-deserving groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online.

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.