Position Summary:

The post-holder is expected to support the operation of the College Library. He/She will be responsible for:

1. Liaising with academic staff in collection development
2. Collaborating with academic staff to organize library activities
3. Cataloguing of library materials
4. Supervising paraprofessional staff in circulation, cataloging and organization of learning resource materials to assure maximum accessibility and usefulness
5. Designing and carrying out library training programmes for academic staff and students;
6. Assisting students to devise and execute a search strategy
7. Providing research supports to academic staff and other research units
8. Selecting and sharing library and subject information via email, Instagram and other channels to both staff and students
9. Being familiar with the library management system to improve user experience
10. Providing statistics and reports for librarian on strategically planning
11. Providing information and feedback in the preparation of budget proposals, and for additional capital projects
12. Taking on any other duties as deemed necessary by the Librarian

Requirements:

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

1. Holder of Bachelor Degree in Library & Information science or related discipline
2. Minimum 3 years’ experience in the academic library setting
3. Ability to work meticulously and independently
4. Self-motivated, well-mannered and a team player
5. Good computer skills and knowledge of LMS, preferably of Koha
6. Good at both written and spoken English and Chinese
7. Willing to work on staggered schedules to support the operation of the library. (The library opening hours are currently between 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on weekdays, and between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays.)

Salary and Fringe Benefits: 

Appointment will be made on contract basis, renewable subject to mutual consent.Remuneration is competitive and will be based on qualifications and relevant experience. The College offers group medical insurance, staff development support, annual leave and sick leave, and Mandatory Provident Fund to eligible appointee(s).

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to:

1. Submit an application letter with a full Curriculum Vitae, and copies of all graduate transcripts, and the names and contact details of three references.
2. Specify in the application letter current/latest salary and expected salary
3. Send applications to HR Office, Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education by email via "Apply now"

Important notes to Applicants:

1. All shortlisted applicants will have to undergo a writing test.
2. Appointees will have to undergo a medical examination. Reimbursement of costs subject to a ceiling is applicable.
3. Local applicants will have to undergo a Sexual Conviction Record Check before appointment can be confirmed. Overseas applicants will have to present a police report before appointment can be confirmed. The cost for the check will be reimbursable.
4. Employment reference will be required.

The College will review applications immediately and applications will be accepted until the posts are filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The College also reserves the right to make an appointment by invitation.

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.