Assistant Librarian

Muscat University; Muscat; On-site; OMR 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscat University in Oman invites applications for an Assistant Librarian to support daily library operations, including cataloguing, shelving, and assisting users with databases and digital resources. Morning and afternoon shifts, plus Saturdays, are scheduled by the LRC head.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc in Instructional and Learning Technologies or IT, with training or work experience preferred, and strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• BSc in Instructional and Learning Technologies or equivalent.
• Training and work experience are preferable.
• Customer-service oriented, patient, and detail-driven.
• Understanding of library management systems.
• Skilled in using research tools and online databases.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize library collections (books and textbooks).
• Assist in cataloguing and classification of resources.
• Process physical books and shelve them.
• Conduct inventory and track newly purchased books.
• Support users in navigating databases and online catalogs.
• Assist in library programs, workshops, and community activities.
• Handle lending and returns with library management systems.
• Maintain fines records and prepare overdue lists.
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry and inquiries.
• Support digital library services and content updates.
• Assist in acquisitions of books.

Skills

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Instructional and Learning Technologies

Information Technology

Tools

Library Management Systems

Cataloguing

Job description

Position title: Assistant librarian Purpose of the position We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented assistant Librarian to support daily library operations. This role is ideal for those who are passionate about information management, reading, research, and providing excellent service to library users. Work is based on morning & afternoon shifts and Saturdays, according to the monthly schedule prepared by the LRC head. Key Responsibilities Manage and organize library collections (books & textbooks) Assist in cataloguing and classification of the books and other information resources Physical processing of books Shelving the books and rearranging the books to accommodate the newly purchased books. Also conducting inventory. Support LRC users in navigating library databases, digital resources, and online catalog systems. assist in library programs, workshops, and community engagement activities Support the lending and returning of library materials using library management systems Maintain the fines receipt (overdue, lost and damaged fines) and prepare the fines list Handle basic administrative tasks, such as data entry, record keeping, and responding to inquiries Maintain the inquiries records Support digital library services, including uploading content and updating online databases where needed Assist in books acquisition Any other job-related task as determined by the Head of the RC

Desired Candidate Profile

Educational Qualification: BSc in Instructional and Learning Technologies, information technology or equivalent Experience: Training experience and work experience is preferable Reports to: Head of the Learning Resources Center Competencies and Skills: Customer-service oriented, patient, and detail-driven. Understanding of library management systems Skills in using research tools & online databases Ability to work collaboratively with library staff and independently when needed Good organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills