Library Assistant at Design & Technology Institute

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DEPARTMENT: Academics and Education

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Librarian

REPORTS INDIRECTLY TO: Academic and Educational Head, Head of Institute

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.

All CV’s and applications letters are to be submitted electronically to 2mbrecruit@gmail.com

All applicants should clearly state the role they are applying for in the subject of the email and application letter.

Deadline : 25th August 2022