Library Assistant vacancy at Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam

Lismirror; Mississippi; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Library Assistant to enhance its library services. This role involves managing library software, assisting in procurement of resources, and ensuring adherence to library standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Library Science and have practical experience in library management. With a focus on communication and organizational skills, this position offers a fixed-term appointment with a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. If you are passionate about library sciences and eager to contribute to an academic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent with at least 55% marks.
• 1-2 years of experience with library software tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage library software tools and assist in library operations.
• Draft estimates and annual budgets for library resources.

Skills

Library Software tools (KOHA, DSpace)

Reference Management tools

Office productivity software (MS Office)

Library procedures and standards (DDC, MARC)

Good oral communication skills

Drafting estimates and annual budgets

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Equivalent professional degree

Tools

KOHA

DSpace

Content management systems

Job description

Home LIS Jobs Library Assistant vacancy at Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam

Library Assistant vacancy at Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam

A Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation Science or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent Grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and a consistently good academic record with knowledge of computerization of library.

Experience/Preferred Skills:

1. Minimum 1-2 years of practical experience working with Library Software tools like KOHA, DSpace, Office Tools, and content management systems.
2. Working knowledge of Reference Management tools.
3. Knowledge of library procedures and standards (such as DDC, MARC format, etc.).
4. Knowledge of procurement of learning resources. Experience responding to RTI and financial audit queries is welcome.
5. Good oral communication skills. Good drafting/writing skills and experience with Office productivity software (MS Office) is expected.
6. Experience in drafting estimates and annual budgets for the library is expected.

Number of positions: As per the requirement of the Institute at the time of recruitment.

Age: Not exceeding 30 Years as on the last date for submitting the application.

Consolidated Salary:

1. Consolidated monthly pay ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 50,000/- (Rupees fifty thousand only) depending on the qualifications, experience, last pay drawn, and performance in the selection process. Promising candidates with specific qualifications, experience, and skills can be considered for a higher starting salary.
2. No other allowances are applicable.
3. Health Insurance coverage for the employee only, as per the Institute norms.

Nature of Appointment: Selected candidates will be offered a fixed-term appointment for a period of up to two years on a monthly consolidated pay. The contract may be extended based on the Institute’s requirements, but the total tenure of the Assistant in the Institute will not exceed 4 (four) years.

Cut-off date for submitting the application in this recruitment cycle is 30-Dec-2023 (Sunday) by 17:00 Hrs.