Librarian Assistant at Umma University

REF:  VA/UU/06/05/2023     

QUALIFICATION

• Diploma in Library and Information Science
• At least two (2) years working experience in a library
• Good administrative and customer care skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect, organize and issue library resources.
• Cataloging of books.
• Operationalize E – Library.
• Library Audits and stocktaking.
• Assist students, Faculty, staff and administrators in accessing reliable, accurate information through a variety of avenues;
• 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;
• Keep up regular communication with supervisors regarding changes, and seek streamline processes where appropriate;
• 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;
• Work on shift whenever need arises;
• Any other duties that may be assigned.