Assistant Information Specialist Jobs

Job Purpose:

To develop and manage collections of recorded material and provide information services to users. Library collections can include books, journals, newspapers, pamphlets, manuscripts, maps, films, sound recordings, microfilms, CD-ROMs, e-books, e-journals, and databases. The role also supports research and research practices for both on-campus and online students. It promotes intellectual integrity and ethical scholarship.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in running the circulation desk, including issuing, renewing, and returning book loans.
• Handle newspapers daily, including scanning and clipping.
• Manage journals on a daily basis.
• Shelve books and read shelves daily.
• Check that all equipment, such as computers, printers, and copiers, is working properly.
• Help update notice boards.
• Assist in preparing and setting up Information Centre displays.
• Help students use computers.
• Conduct information literacy workshops for students.
• Assist students with OPAC searches.
• Keep the Information Centre neat and professional at all times.
• Provide clerical support to the Information Specialist, such as photocopying handouts, helping during workshops, and checking subject guides and database worksheets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in library and information science.

Experience

• At least 1 year of working experience in a relevant field, preferably in an academic Information Centre.

Key Competencies

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Wide general knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Analytical and report writing skills.
• Willingness to work outside normal office hours.