Design & Technology Institute, above all else, is an inclusive and safe creative space for all members of its community, regardless of gender, background, or ability. The guiding values of DTI are defined by its Founder, Constance Swaniker, as personal courage, collective focus, earned individual freedoms, and uncompromising faith in the skilled arts.
JOB PURPOSE: To support Librarian by assisting them
Key Responsibilities
The librarian assistant shall assist the Librarian with the following roles:
- General management of the library and supervising library patrons.
- Assist with daily tasks of the library such as issuing library materials, checking out/in library materials, collecting late charges, and determining outstanding materials.
- Carry out classification and cataloguing of resources using the Library Management System.
- Assist learners to identify, locate and access the information they require
- Examine books for damage; repair or facilitate repairs when necessary.
- Perform appraisal and “weeding” of library materials at assigned periods
- Create an environment that is conducive for active and participatory learning using resource-based instructional practices.
- Oversee the management of the library in the absence of the Librarian
- Perform any other duties assigned from time to time
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor of Arts/Education in Information Studies/Librarianship with two years’ experience in a similar role.
- Must have completed National Service
- Skills in IT will be an added advantage
Key competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Working knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification Scheme
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of office equipment and accurate keyboarding skills necessary to manage clerical and cataloguing duties.
DEPARTMENT: Academics and Education
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Librarian
REPORTS INDIRECTLY TO: Academic and Educational Head, Head of Institute
Closing Date : 20th Jan 2022