PAO YUE-KONG LIBRARY
 
Assistant Librarian II (Ref. 20091407-IE) 

Duties 

The appointee will work with a team of professional librarians and support staff to deliver quality library services in support of the University’s research and learning initiative. He/She will be required to: 

(a) assist the Section Head (Access Services) to oversee the operation of the Access Services Section;

(b) manage the stacks for printed resources and audio-visual materials and their circulation;

(c) supervise a team of library staff to provide friendly front-line services;

(d) assist in compiling and implementing policies and procedures to ensure operational effectiveness and provision of timely and equitable access to library materials for users;

(e) support the implementation of tools and solutions for automated services;

(f) assist in managing access to the Library’s premises and issuance of Library cards;

(g) respond to enquiries, suggestions and complaints pertaining to access services and the enforcement of relevant Library Regulations;

(h) assist in managing the spatial environment, renovation projects and physical facilities in the Library;

(i) provide reference services, and

(j) perform shift duties and any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or his/her delegates from time to time.
 

Qualifications 

Applicants should have: 

(a) a recognised degree with postgraduate qualification in Library Science or Information Science, preferably with post-qualification experience in access services in an academic library setting, and familiarity with Integrated Library Systems such as Ex Libris Alma;

(b) ability to take independent initiative and work collaboratively in a team;

(c) excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, and

(d) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese. 

Remuneration and Conditions of Service 

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application.

Application 

Please send a completed application form by post to Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong or by clicking 立即申請 . Application forms can be downloaded from http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/forms.php. If a separate curriculum vitae is to be provided, please still complete the application form which will help speed up the recruitment process. Consideration of applications will commence on 28 September 2020 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/pics.php.
 
PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.