Internal Position No.: 
MEC 04 of 2016
Department: 

Role Summary

The successful applicant will perform basic library services in a timely and professional manner.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Assist with ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the unit.
  2. Greet and assist visitors and clients in a friendly and professional manner to facilitate effective communication and customer service.
  3. Assist with performing technical services including shelving and displays, replacing spine labels, procuring library supplies and processing books and materials to ensure the library is kept in an excellent condition with adequate inventory.
  4. Assist with updating and maintaining information on computer systems, databases and spreadsheets and in archives.
  5. Assist in processing paperwork, gathering information and verifying data.
  6. Assist with maintaining a statistical register of the books processed.
  7. Assist with records management, organisation and retrieval of documents.
  8. Liaise with the information technology unit with regard to the Alexandria system use of international standards.
  9. Attend meetings, workshops and training sessions as instructed to ensure awareness of any change in policies or procedures which may be relevant to the role.
  10. Organise and coordinate events related to library services.
  11. Perform relevant circulation duties.
  12. Assist with ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the unit and branch library (where applicable) and the supervision of assigned staff.
  13. Act in the absence of the Senior Library Assistant, as required.
  14. Assist in processing paperwork, gathering information and verifying data.
  15. Assist with maintaining a statistical register of the books processed.
  16. Liaise with the information technology unit with regard to the Alexandria system use of international standards.
  17. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Three (3) to five (5) years working experience
  • Valid BVI driver’s license
  • Good knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
  • Good knowledge of library management including knowledge of the relevant library practices and procedures
  • Good knowledge of Brown Circulation procedures
  • Good knowledge of indexing and Dewey Decimal system for filing/shelving or have the ability to learn quickly
  • Good knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications
  • Good knowledge of local current events and local history
  • Good interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure
Closing Date: 
Friday, 12 August 2016
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