Assistant Library Officer (Learning Support) (Post Ref.: 26/231)

Leadingnation; Tuen Mun; On-site; HKD 257,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical and dental benefits

Mandatory provident fund

Gratuity

Job summary

Lingnan University in Hong Kong invites applications for the post of Assistant Library Officer (Learning Support) to provide reference and instruction services both online and in person.

The role involves supporting information literacy programs, coordinating Course Readings @ Library, and promoting library services with occasional evening/weekend shifts. A good honours bachelor degree and 1–2 years in academic libraries are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or above; good honours preferred.
• 1–2 years of working experience in academic libraries with customer service mindset.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua).
• Ability to work in teams and independently; strong PC skills.
• Graphic design software knowledge and website authoring experience preferred.
• Knowledge of 3D modelling, 3D printing, 3D scanning, laser cutting and engraving is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and logistical support for information literacy programs (orientations, workshops, reference and instruction).
• Assist in library tours, counter inquiries, and public services.
• Coordinate Course Readings @ Library service operations.
• Keep library website and digital learning objects up-to-date.
• Prepare promotional materials for workshops and events; assist publicity activities.
• Gather statistics and compile surveys, usage reports for department.
• Supervise part-time and student helpers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and University Librarian.
• Shift duties on evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Graphic design

Website authoring

PC skills

3D modelling

Education

Bachelor degree

Diploma / Certificate in library service

Job description

Assistant Library Officer (Learning Support) Library (Post Ref.: 26/231)

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC)and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and logistical support to the smooth running of information literacy programs including orientations, workshops, and all other reference and instruction services in both online and in-person formats for the Lingnan community.
• Assist in conducting library tours, handling enquiries at the service counter and via other channels, and other public services.
• Assist in managing and coordinating the operations of Course Readings @ Library service.
• Keep the content of the library website and digital learning objects up-to-date.
• Prepare promotional materials for workshops and events, andprovide supports in all publicity activities.
• Gather and record statistics, and compile different surveys, statisticsand usage report for departmental use.
• Supervise part-time and student helpers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and University Librarian.
• Shift duties on evenings, weekends and public holidays will be required.

Requirements

• A good honourBachelor degree;
• 1-2 years of working experience preferably in academic libraries with positive customer service attitude;
• Good command of English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua);
• Ability to work in teams and independently;
• Proficiency in PC skills, with graphic design software knowledge and website authoring experience preferred;
• Knowledge of 3D modelling, 3D printing, 3D scanning, laser cutting and engraving is preferred;
• Diploma / Certificate in library service or equivalent is an added advantage.

Candidates with less/more experience will be considered for appointment at a relevant rank.

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• annual leave
• medical and dental benefits
• mandatory provident fund
• gratuity

We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.