Job Title: Semi Professional Assistant (Print), HDFC Library
Reports to: Sr Associate Librarian
Location: HDFC Library
Experience (in years): 5 years' experience.
Nature of work:
The assignment will be in HDFC Library, Ashoka University, Sonipat or it may change by the approval of the competent authority.
About Ashoka: https://www.ashoka.edu.in/
Role and Responsibilities:
Semi-Professional Assistant (Print)
A Semi-Professional Assistant (Print) is responsible for supporting library operations, particularly in managing print collections, circulation, cataloguing, and assisting users in accessing physical library resources.
Qualifications:
1. Eligibility Criteria
A. Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Library Science (BLibSc) / Library & Information Science (BLIS) from a recognized university.
- A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLibSc) / Library & Information Science (MLIS) is desirable but not mandatory.
- Master's in science/arts is mandatory from a reputed university.
- A strong communication and writing skills in Hindi and English
- UGC-NET Qualified.
B. Work Experience:
- 5 years of experience in a library, preferably in print collection management, cataloging, or circulation services.
- Strong hold over the subjects in science or arts.
Skills Required:
C. Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with library automation software (e.g., Koha) for managing print collections.
- Basic understanding of cataloging and classification standards (e.g., AACR2, MARC21, DDC, UDC).
- Knowledge of library circulation procedures, including issuing, returning, and shelving books.
- Ability to assist in book processing, binding, repair, and maintenance of print materials.
- Deep knowledge of stock verification
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for library documentation and reports.
2. Desirable Qualifications
- Understanding of library acquisition processes for print books, periodicals, and newspapers.
- Knowledge of inter-library loan services and document delivery processes.
- Familiarity with institutional policies for book selection, weeding, and preservation of printed materials.
- Strong communication skills to assist library users in finding and accessing print resources.
- Ability to handle library stock verification and inventory management.
- Basic knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and copyright laws related to print resources.
- Membership in library professional associations such as ILA, ALA, or state/national library organizations.
Skills Required
Microsoft Office Word