Librarian Assistant

JobCenter; Al Ruwais; On-site; QAR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

JobCenter in Ar-Ruwais, UAE, is seeking a Librarian Assistant to support the Librarian with cataloging, shelving, and organizing materials. You will also deliver friendly customer service and help patrons locate resources to meet their information needs.

You will maintain accurate transaction records, assist with programs, and help keep the library space clean and well-organized. English fluency is required; Arabic knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Library Science preferred.
• Experience in a library or similar setting is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient with library cataloging and record-keeping systems.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Librarian with cataloging, shelving, and organizing materials.
• Provide exceptional customer service and help patrons find materials.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions, checkouts, returns, and fines.
• Assist with developing and implementing programs and events for patrons.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the library space.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering new materials.
• Conduct basic research tasks for patrons on request.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's in Library Science

Tools

Library catalog systems

Job description

Librarian Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Librarian Assistant to join our library team in Ar-Ruwais. As a Librarian Assistant, you will assist the Librarian in managing the library's collection, providing customer service to patrons, and maintaining the overall functionality of the library.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Librarian with cataloging, shelving, and organizing materials
• Provide exceptional customer service to patrons by answering questions and assisting with finding materials
• Maintain accurate records of library transactions, including checkouts, returns, and fines
• Assist with developing and implementing programs and events for library patrons
• Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the library space
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering new materials as needed
• Conduct basic research tasks for patrons upon request

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Library Science preferred
• Previous experience working in a library or similar setting is a plus
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide excellent customer service
• Proficient in using computer systems for cataloging and record keeping
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is a plus

Salary: 900$ per month (negotiable based on experience)

Location: Ar-Ruwais, United Arab Emirates

This position is open to all nationalities.

Note: This position does not require previous experience or a biometric passport. We welcome individuals who are passionate about books and have an interest in pursuing a career in library sciences.