(7 Oct 2024) Here’s the job description:
Summary of Work Activities and Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the assigned Head, the Librarian provides library services alongside offering user support. Additionally, the position provides support to the management of section operations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
I. Library Services
- Performs tasks related to library technical services, including but not limited to:
- Cataloging and classifying library materials
- Maintaining an accurate, up-to-date database of library holdings
- Physically processing items being added to and withdrawn from the collection
- Performs archival work related to the long-term preservation and provision of access to special collections
- Prepares bibliographies and guides, as well as other instructional and research tools, to enhance access to materials
II. Library User Support
- Conducts comprehensive orientations for library users, both informally and formally at the start of the academic year for undergraduate and graduate students
- Provides ongoing assistance and services to individuals seeking help throughout the day, fostering a supportive and inclusive library environment
- Provides Reader’s Advisory Services by directing individuals to materials (print, non-print, electronic) likely relevant to their research interests, suggesting potential sources of information needed, and offering on-the-spot instruction for navigating challenging library resources
- Responds to reference queries in person, by phone, email, or other communication channels, and offer research assistance and information retrieval support
III. Section Management Support
- Assists in the supervision of the planning, implementation, and monitoring of programs and activities that support the functions and services of the section
- Collaborates with other library sections, University offices, organizations, and associations to support library operations, information services, and information literacy initiatives
- Assists in the development and maintenance of the library section’s operations manual, ensuring that policies and procedures are documented and updated as necessary
- Maintains order within the library, preventing vandalism, theft, and other disruptions
- Assist in preparing administrative reports, including budget requests, equipment requests, periodic statistical reports, and annual reports by providing relevant section data
- In the absence of the Head, oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the section
IV. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor, or any authorized representative.
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