Library Services & Cataloging Specialist

Singapore University of Social Sciences; Singapore; On-site; SGD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore University of Social Sciences in Singapore is seeking a Library Operations Assistant to support daily library functions, including opening/closing, shelving, loan fulfilment, reservations, and space upkeep in the physical library.

You will handle service desk inquiries, inter-library loans, cataloguing support, stock checks, and procurement coordination for books and digital resources, while maintaining accuracy of records and attention to user service standards.

Responsibilities

• Open/close of the physical library and shelf maintenance.
• Fulfilment of loan requests and reservations via pickup lockers or courier.
• Handle service desk inquiries on collections, services, and facilities.
• Coordinate inter-library loans and monitor external loans with timely collection/return.
• Maintain library equipment and housekeeping including clear labels and signage.
• Perform collection maintenance: deselection, disposal, stocktaking, shelf-reading, inventory management.
• Assist with procurement of physical and electronic resources including ordering and invoicing.
• Provide administrative support: compile collection data and monitor library emails.

Job description

Singapore University of Social Sciences in Singapore is seeking a Library Operations Assistant to support daily library functions, including opening/closing, shelving, loan fulfilment, reservations, and space upkeep in the physical library.

You will handle service desk inquiries, inter-library loans, cataloguing support, stock checks, and procurement coordination for books and digital resources, while maintaining accuracy of records and attention to user service standards.