WE ARE HIRING AN ALTERNATIVE LIBRARY and a PROMOTIONS & DESIGN COORDINATOR
Applicants must be eligible and approved for Quebec (Q) Work-Study to apply for this job.
This position is funded through the Concordia Work-Study program . To be eligible, applicants must be registered in the program and approved by the university’s financial aid office. Proof of eligibility may be required before hiring.
Important: If you are not currently approved for Québec Work-Study, you will need to obtain approval from Concordia’s Financial Aid & Awards office before applying. Applications from students who are not eligible cannot be considered.
For more information about the work study program, and your potential eligibility, visit: https://www.concordia.ca/students/financial/employment/work-study.html#eligibility
DATES: Fall and Winter semesters
DEADLINE TO APPLY: September 21st, 2026 at 10am
STARTING DATE: Sept 28th 2026
HOURS: Flexible part-time hours. Please contact us for full details.
WAGES: The contract will pay approximately $3500 per semester. Please contact us for full details.
ABOUT THE POSITION OF ALTERNATIVE LIBRARY COORDINATOR
The Alternative Library Coordinator will work alongside the staff and volunteers at the Quebec Public Interest Research Group (QPIRG) at Concordia University. This position will concentrate on the development, organization, and outreach of QPIRG Concordia’s Alternative Library. For more information about the Alternative Library visit https://qpirgconcordia.org/librarycirculation.
Required Skills
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Fluent in written and spoken English, and spoken French
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Computer Skills (Excel & Word)
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Ability to work independently and with groups
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Ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds
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Skills in volunteer recruitment, retention, and coordination
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Proven organizational and time management skills
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Ability to take initiative and work independently
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Creative problem-solving skills
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Commitment to social justice and to QPIRG’s mandate to counter discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, religion, colour, dis/ability, size, and class
Purpose of job: To coordinate development, organization, and publicity of QPIRG Concordia’s Alternative Library, an alternative publicly-accessible library of magazines, videos, books and pamphlets covering issues such as anti-racism, global economics, political theory, gender, environmentalism, health, and community organizing skills.
Duties
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Work with QPIRG staff and volunteers to identify gaps in the QPIRG Alternative Library (e.g. French language materials, materials on issues faced by students with disabilities, etc.)
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Work with committee to research and order new materials (books, magazines, tapes/CDs, videos, etc.)
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Recruit and work with volunteers for the Library Committee
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Budget for purchasing of new materials
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Use and improve database to catalogue Alternative Library materials
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Train volunteers in data entry and database maintenance
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Organize a user-friendly and accessible system for borrowing and returning materials
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Organize training sessions for QPIRG staff and volunteers on efficient use of the system
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Develop strategy to publicize the Alternative Library to Concordia students and the broader community
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Submit a written report to the Board of Directors at the end of the contract
To apply for the alternative library coordinator position, please fill out this form: here
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ABOUT THE POSITION OF PROMOTIONS AND DESIGN COORDINATOR
The Promotions and Design Coordinator will work alongside the staff and volunteers at the Quebec Public Interest Research Group (QPIRG) at Concordia University. This position will concentrate updating QPIRG’s promotional materials and website.
Required Skills
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Fluent in written and spoken English, and spoken French (written French is an asset)
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Graphic design skills
- Website design or management skills (WordPress experience is an asset)
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Ability to work independently and with groups
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Ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds
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Skills in volunteer recruitment, retention, and coordination
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Proven organizational and time management skills
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Ability to take initiative and work independently
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Creative problem-solving skills
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Commitment to social justice and to QPIRG’s mandate to counter discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, religion, colour, dis/ability, size, and class
Purpose of job: To help update QPIRG’s promotional materials and to improve functionality and appearance of the QPIRG website.
Duties
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Update and redesign QPIRG’s main info pamphlet
- Update the QPIRG website to improve functionality and usability
- Design signage for the QPIRG office space
- Create posts for social media
- Postering and flyering for QPIRG events
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Submit a written report to the Board of Directors at the end of the contract
To apply for the promotions and design coordinator position, please fill out this form: here
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted..
Employment Equity: QPIRG Concordia recognizes and welcomes the unique contributions that individuals from marginalized and oppressed communities bring to our organization, and invites these individuals to apply. We encourage applicants to describe the unique contributions they, as individuals with diverse experiences, would bring to QPIRG Concordia in their cover letter or resume. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for Employment Equity. A full copy of the employment equity policy is available upon request.
ABOUT QPIRG CONCORDIA: The Quebec Public Interest Research Group at Concordia is a resource centre for student and community research and organizing. We strive to raise awareness and support grassroots activism around diverse social and environmental issues. Our work is rooted in an anti-oppression analysis and practice. We seek to make campus-community links and inspire social change through engaging, inclusive and non-hierarchical approaches. For more information about QPIRG Concordia, visit www.qpirgconcordia.org
For more information about the position, please contact QPIRG Concordia at (514) 848-7585, email us at hiring@qpirgconcordia.org or visit us at 2100 Guy, #205 (Monday-Thursday, 12-6pm).