Library Officer (Cataloguing) -1 Year Contract

LIBRARY & ARCHIVES SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A library solutions provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced Library Officer (Cataloguing) to catalogue collections and ensure quality standards. Candidates should possess a minimum diploma in Library Management or equivalent, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with cataloguing standards and tools like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Immediate availability is advantageous. Interested applicants should submit their resumes with salary expectations to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum diploma or equivalent in Library Management & Information Sciences.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of cataloguing standards and best practices.
• Immediate availability to join is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Catalogue print and digital collections according to cataloguing standards.
• Ensure the quality of cataloguing work through sample checks.
• Support digitisation efforts by preparing manifestos.
• Cover library staff roles on an urgent basis.

Skills

Cataloguing standards understanding

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Diploma in Library Management & Information Sciences

Job description

Library & Archives Solutions Pte Ltd (LAAS), incorporated in 2000, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Library Board (NLB) of Singapore.

LAAS seeks to provide solutions in library innovations to support libraries in expanding their services and improving efficiency, enhancing their capabilities and empowering libraries to adopt digital technologies to better serve their users.

We are seeking an experienced Library Officer (Cataloguing) to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Catalogue print and digital collections according to cataloguing standards
• Cataloguing the library’s collections in accordance with the targeted project schedule
• Ensuring the quality of cataloguing work through sample checks.
• Support digitisation efforts by preparing manifestos
• Covering library staff roles on an urgent and emergency basis

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of a diploma or such equivalent qualification, preferably in Library Management & Information Sciences or a Certificate in Library Management
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of cataloguing standards and best practices
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively within a diverse and dynamic team
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Immediate availability to join will be an advantage.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume stating current and expected salary, availability, and contact information to: [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Thank you for your interest in joining LAAS.