Assistant Librarian:Academic and Research Support Library and Information Services

Mandela; George; Presencial; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Nelson Mandela University is seeking an Assistant Librarian for the George Library Campus to strengthen service delivery, improve user support and oversee circulation and information services. The role requires 2 years of related experience in an academic library and a relevant library science qualification.

You will assist with training, orientation and information inquiries, ensuring efficient access to library resources and smooth daily operations at the George Campus Library.

Qualificações

• Grade 12 (Matriculation Certification)
• M+ 3 qualifications in Library Science or equivalent (advantageous)
• Required Minimum Experience: 2 years library experience in circulation, information and training services at an academic library.
• Must have worked experience in an academic library.

Responsabilidades

• Strengthen library service delivery and user support.
• Manage circulation and information services desk operations.
• Provide information inquiries assistance and guide users to resources.
• Deliver information services and training on a one-on-one basis.
• Assist Information Librarian with training and orientation activities.
• Support the George Campus Library in daily operations.

Conhecimentos

Circulation operations

Information services

Digital literacy

Customer service

Formação académica

M+3 in Library Science

Grade 12

Ferramentas

Library management systems

Computer booking platforms

Digital tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of this position of Assistant Librarian: Academic and Research Support, George Library Campus, is to strengthen library service delivery, improve user support, and ensure effective management of circulation and information services. The position is critical to supporting the library's daily operations by providing professional assistance to library users, managing access to library resources, supporting information inquiries, and contributing to the effective use of library collections and services.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Information Services and User Support
• Circulation Services Management
• Administer the Information Services and Circulation Desk
• Promote, communicate, and assist patrons with information services and resources available.
• Participate in Library and Information Services activities.
• Information services and training on a one-on-one basis to users of the George Campus Library.
• Assist the Information Librarian with Training/ Orientation, etc.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Circulation and Library Operations: Sound knowledge of circulation procedures, including issuing, returning, renewing and tracking library materials, and managing daily circulation desk operations.
• Information Services and User Support: Ability to respond to information enquiries, assist users in accessing library resources and provide professional guidance on library services.
• Library Systems and Digital Literacy: Proficiency in using library management systems, computer booking platforms and relevant digital tools to support circulation and information services.
• Customer Service and Communication: Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with students, academic staff and other library users.

REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must possess:

Grade 12 (Matriculation Certification)

M+ 3 qualifications in Library Science or equivalent (would be Advantageous)

Required Minimum Experience: 2 years of related professional library experience in circulation, information

and training services at an academic library.

Must have worked experience in an academic library

Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another

Own transport

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc.