Temporary Library Assistant (several posts) (LIB) (Ref: 250016T)
Job Highlight
- Library Assistant;
- Carrying out general support to the daily work;
Job Description
We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Library:
Temporary Library Assistant (several posts) (LIB) (Ref: 250016T)
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:
- Assisting in creating, enhancing and maintaining bibliographic, item and authority records for library materials in various formats;
- Assisting in collecting relevant data and information for collection development and management to prepare reports to support management decisions;
- Assisting in the acquisition and subscription of library materials;
- Assisting in the management of collection, stack, overall physical space and inventory;
- Assisting in promoting the use of library services and resources;
- 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 ssigned by the University Librarian or his/her nominee(s).
Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:
- At least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese Languages and Mathematics (holder of the Certificate of Library Assistant will be an advantage);
- Good computer skills including English and Chinese word-processing and spreadsheet applications;
- Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (preferably including Putonghua);
- Customer-oriented, strong interpersonal skills, self-motivated with sense of responsibility; and
- Experience in and knowledge of library related work is preferred.
Terms and Conditions for Appointment
Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract for the employment term of 3 months. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions.
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_non_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=250016T
Closing date of application: 20 June 2025
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| Job Function | |
| Work Location | Ho Man Tin |
| Education |
School Certificate / HKDSE
|
| Skills | Interpersonal skills |
| Spoken Language | Intermediate Cantonese / Intermediate English |
| Written Language | Intermediate Chinese / Intermediate English |
| Industry | IT / E-Business |
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