Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) with the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. Lingnan University is a global leader in providing quality education focusing on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University aspires to become a leading research-intensive liberal arts institution in the digital era.
Lingnan University’s Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, School of Data Science, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Interdisciplinary Studies run undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research postgraduate programmes. Its liberal arts education model blends the arts, science, and elements around human and humanities. Lingnan University strives to enhance innovation and technology research to drive a positive impact in the society and the world. Building upon Lingnan University’s existing strength in combining the best of the Chinese and Western liberal arts traditions, the University will leverage its geographical strength in the Northern Metropolis and pioneer the liberal arts education model in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Access Services Librarian (at the rank of Assistant Manager I/II)
Library
(Post Ref.: 24/115)
Reporting to the Associate Librarian or his/her delegate, the appointee will work in the Access Services team of the Library to undertake the following responsibilities with 80% in Access Services and 20% in Learning Support and Liaison.
Responsibilities
- Assist to plan and implement policies, procedures and management of access services and resources sharing services, as well as management of the physical library premises and facilities
- Manage the daily operation of the access services, including managing operating budget, developing and maintaining counter roster, compiling statistics reports, supervising and training staff
- Collaborate with the Learning Support team for information literacy and liaison activities
- Organize and conduct workshops and seminars
- Represent the Library and participate in different committees and task forces both internally and externally
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and University Librarian
- Shift duties on evenings, weekends and public holidays will be required
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, particularly in the humanities, business or social sciences
- Recognized professional qualifications in Librarianship (MLS or equivalent)
- At least three years of relevant post-qualification working experience in libraries, preferably in academic libraries
- Proven ability to deal with the public, manage staff and organize complex projects
- A good command of English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Candidates with a solid background in Access Services, Reference or Learning Support will be an added advantage
Candidates with less/more experience will also be considered for appointment at the relevant rank.
Salary and Fringe Benefits
The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.
| Job level | Middle |
|---|---|
| Work Exp. | 3 Years |
| Education | Bachelor Degree |
| Location | Tuen Mun |
| Industry | Education / Training |
| Job function | Education / Training ( Library Services ) |
| Job Ref. No. | 24/115 |
| Published On | 9/9/2024 |
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