We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Library:

Library Officer / Assistant Library Officer (LIB) (Ref:25000H2)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Assisting in staff supervision and training, policy review and implementation;
• Performing duties relevant to acquisition and subscription of library materials in all formats;
• Performing duties related to create, enhance and maintain bibliographic, item and authority records for a wide range of library materials in various formats according to international standards and in-house rules;
• Collecting relevant data and information for collection development and management to prepare reports to support management decisions;
• Assisting in the management of collection, stack, overall physical space and inventory;
• Assisting in promoting the use of library services and resources;
• Assisting in archives and records management duties including appraisal, arrangement and description, records scheduling, disposition, research and development;
• Handling library user enquiries and liaising with internal and external parties;
• Performing counter and shift duties during weekdays, weekends and public holidays; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or his/her nominee(s).

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: 

• A recognized degree, preferably in library and information science or related disciplines;
• Relevant post-qualification work experience. Candidates with working experience in an academic library setting will be advantageous;
• Experience in and knowledge of an Integrated Library Management, preferably the Alma and Primo systems;
• Good computer skills and proficient in spreadsheet applications;
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (preferably including Putonghua);
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal and organizational skills; and
• Good analytical/logical sense, self-motivated and with a strong sense of responsibility. 

Candidates with less relevant experience may be considered for appointment as Assistant Library Officer.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. 

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=25000H2

Closing date of application:      28 March 2025

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