Batterjee Medical College Libraries is looking for passionate library officers to perform the following main duties & responsibilities:
- Assists the librarian and assumes responsibility for the library when the librarian is absent.
- Catalogs books and audio-visual materials.
- Assigning classification numbers and subject headings.
- Writing information for catalog cards Performs circulation functions in the library.
- Checks library books, materials, and equipment in and out, inspecting incoming materials for damage, need for mending, etc.
- Schedules and conducts library sessions for classes.
- Assists in providing basic instruction in library skills.
- Maintains records regarding circulation, collection works and materials, lost materials, media equipment, volunteer hours, etc.
- Supervises students using the library, and maintain discipline as necessary.
- Provides notification and follow up on overdue materials.
- Facilitates the use of the library.
- Provides information regarding library/media materials available, reference materials, and library procedures.
- Assists students and staff in material searches and book selections.
- Requests books from other libraries as requested.
- Assists with inventory of library books and materials.
- Reporting missing and damaged materials and recommending withdrawals/additions to the collection.
- Promotes the use of the library through displays bulletin boards or other means.
- Files catalogue cards, shelves books, and assists in the maintenance of the library.
- Orders, processes, and participates in the selection of new books and supplies for assigned library.
- Performs related duties as required
Requirements
- Knowledge of the basic terminology, purpose, operations, and practices of college library.
- Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices Knowledge of proper library circulation, reference, and retrieval methods and techniques.
- Two to Three years experience working in libraries; preferably, medical libraries.
- Strong command in English & Arabic.
