Library Assistant at Umma University

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science;
• Diploma in Library and Information Science with 6 years’ experience;
• Must be computer literate.    

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Library Experience: MUST have at least 3 years’ experience working in a University library;
• Experience with statistical or information management software may also be advantageous;
• Proficiency in cataloging standards (e.g., MARC), metadata schemas and library protocols (e.g., Z39.50);
• Experience with integrated library systems (ILS) or library management systems (LMS);
• Familiarity with the LC Classification Scheme;
• Must be a member of a relevant Professional Body.

Skills and Competencies

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities are necessary for managing library materials, shelving, and maintaining order;
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are important for interacting with patrons and providing assistance;
• Interpersonal Skills: He/ She should possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively assist and engage with library users;
• Attention to Detail: The ability to pay close attention to detail is crucial for tasks such as cataloging and maintaining accurate records;
• Problem-Solving Ability: He/ She should be able to troubleshoot issues and find solutions to patron inquiries effectively.

Key roles and Responsibilities

• Assist students, Faculty, staff and administrators in accessing reliable, accurate information through a variety of avenues;
• Process new materials for circulation (Prepare new accessions, classify, catalog, book covering, barcodes, RFID tags, labeling, etc.)
• Undertake minor book repairs
• Weed or deselect outdated or damaged materials
• Provide information literacy instruction designed to support self-directed, self-sufficient learning in a variety of settings and in a variety of instructional modalities;
• Assist users on the use of catalogues and retrieval of information from the library collection;
• Issuing library information materials to and receiving returned library information materials from the library patrons;
• Sort publications, books and other literary items and return them to their proper shelves and storage areas;
• Set up new accounts for patrons;
• Maintain library equipment in proper working order;
• Maintain records of new and used items received, issued, stored and returned, and file according to library system;
• Ensure implementation of library policies;
• Generate reports on a monthly basis;
• Open and close library following normal business hours;
• Secure library equipment;
• Deal with problem or disruptive patrons, or refer them to the Administration;
• Ensuring book shelves are tidy;
• Ensuring library seats are well arranged in their proper reading desks/tables;
• Participate in Community Service;
• Work on shift whenever need arises;
• To perform any other assignment by your Supervisor from time to time.