Position: Information Specialist

Employer: Singapore Management University

Job Description:
Li Ka Shing Library is looking for a dynamic, innovative and service oriented candidate to be part of our Information Services team to enhance SMU’s research and teaching through access and service. The successful candidate will assist and support the Librarians to manage and maintain the library resources and programmes to better meet the educational, teaching and research information needs of the growing population of SMU the community. It is also an opportunity for a college graduate who may be considering going into library/information studies to learn more about the work of the library.

Responsibilities:
• Staff the information desk and provide answers to reference questions in all formats
• Use domain knowledge to support research and training
• Participate in training and orientation programmes and provide administrative support for these services
• Support collection, organization and reporting of the statistics that measure services
• Develop promotional materials and webpage updates and maintenance to keep members informed of library services and resources
• Participate in Digital Library project as required and based on skills
• Provide administrative support to research librarians.

The successful candidate may also be required to work a regular shift, including weekends, at the customer / information services desk.

Requirements:
• Minimum good on-site undergraduate degree in any one of SMU disciplines
• Information research skills
• IT capability (Knowledge of Dreamweaver and MS Office preferred)
• Customer service orientation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized, responsible, resourceful, enthusiastic and curious
• Ability to work positively and productively with diverse agencies in an environment of rapid change
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relations with faculty, staff and students
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Able to work as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to give instructional presentations

To apply, please email: libjob@smu.edu.sg.

We will be reviewing resumes as they arrive. Candidates must be eligible to work in Singapore. Local term applies. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Website: http://library.smu.edu.sg/home/job_advert.asp

Lien Ying Chow Library invites applications for the following positions:

• Reference Librarian
• Acquisitions Librarian

a) Position: Reference Librarian

Employer: Lien Ying Chow Library

Job Description:
To manage, develop and promote the use of library resources and information services. Knowledge of reference & information sources both print, CD-ROM and on the Internet will be an advantage. You will also be required to handle reference enquiries, conduct research skills sessions to promote information literacy, develop course contents and e-learning courseware for access through the Internet.

b) Position: Acquisitions Librarian

Employer: Lien Ying Chow Library

Job description:
To develop the Library’s resource collection in print, media and electronic format. This includes liaising with academic staff for collection development and providing guidance in the use of acquisitions and collection development tools.

Requirements for both a) and b) are as follows:
• A good Degree preferably in Science, Business, Engineering, Computer Science
• A recognised professional qualification in Library and Information Science will be an advantage
• Minimum 2 years experience in performing similar operations
• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Strong customer service orientation
• Team leading ability with good interpersonal skills.

Successful candidate will be required to participate in shift duties during term to provide reference services.

Interested candidates may submit their resumes by 12 Feb 2010 via email to:
Lien Ying Chow Library
Email: lek3@np.edu.sg

If you have any queries, please contact
Mrs Lim-Teo Eng Keow (Secretary) at 6460 6280

The National Institute of Education, Singapore is seeking creative, service-oriented and highly motivated librarians who have an eye for detail to become part of its team. Candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. The following positions are available:

a) Position: Manager/Cataloguing and Metadata Services

Employer: National Institute of Education, Singapore

Job Description:
The Manager/Cataloguing & Metadata Services is responsible for the cataloguing and metadata management of all print and electronic resources.
The job scope includes:
• Coordinating, planning and managing the staff and daily operations of the Unit.
• Reviewing and maintaining the quality of the library catalogue.
• Serving as the resource person regarding cataloguing issues in the Library.
• Performing original cataloguing and authority work for all types of formats.
• Evaluating and managing the cataloguing module of the library system.
• Collecting and analysing usage statistics and creating reports needed for decision-making
• Participating in collection development, instructional programmes and outreach initiatives
• Providing reference and research services on scheduled evening and weekend shifts

Requirements:
A good University degree and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Library and/or Information Science with a minimum 5 years of cataloguing and metadata management experience, preferably in an academic library environment.

b) Position: Assistant Manager/Reference Services

Employer: National Institute of Education, Singapore

Job Description:
This position is responsible for the administration of the Library’s website, delivering reader advisory services and user education, and participating in digital library initiatives. The job scope includes:
• Providing expertise in web policies, standards and technologies
• Managing content development, including developing, customising and integrating web applications to facilitate access to library resources and services
• Conducting usability testing and overall assessment of the website
• Sharing reference duties with other librarians, including scheduled evening and weekend shifts
• Participating in instructional programmes and outreach activities
• Implementing digitisation projects, including setting standards for the creation of content and metadata
• Collaborating on library projects, peer training and staff development

Requirements:

A good University degree and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Library and/or Information Science, preferably with working knowledge of web development tools and reference resources in an academic library environment. Experience in administration of library system will be an added advantage.

University graduates without relevant experience or library qualifications may also apply for the post of Assistant Librarian. The successful candidate may be supported to complete a Master degree in Information Studies on a part-time basis.

Interested applicants, please forward your detailed resume and NIE prescribed Job Application Form (obtainable from NIE website)
by 19 February 2010 to:

Head
Human Resource Department
National Institute of Education
1 Nanyang Walk
Singapore 637616
Website: http://www.nie.edu.sg
Email : niehrd@nie.edu.sg

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position: Professional Librarian

Employer: ISEAS Library, Institue of SouthEast Asian Studies

Description:
The ISEAS Library is seeking a professionally qualified librarian to fill a vacancy.

The Librarian, reporting to the Head, ISEAS Library, will be part of a team managing a unique collection of library materials and private collections relating to Southeast Asia and the Asia Pacific. He/she will be required to be multi-tasking in responsibilities ranging from collection development to acquisition of library materials; subscription of serials and electronic resources; provision of user and reference services; compilation of bibliographies; indexing of documents; library computerized systems and databases; and participation in budgeting and financial planning.

Requirements:
• An accredited university degree and a post-graduate professional qualification in Library and/or Information Studies, preferably with one to two years of experience in a library.
• Knowledge of and experience with library systems and applications, relational database management systems (RDBMS) and digital repositories.
• Excellent English, and competency in one or more of the Southeast Asian languages and/or Chinese (Mandarin).
• Budget/fiscal planning and experience will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.
• Willing team player, with good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, resourceful and service-oriented.

Interested applicants should write to the Head, ISEAS Library, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, Singapore, stating qualifications and experience in all of the above requirements, and last drawn basic salary. Provide a photograph, two references with their emails and telephone numbers. Only those residing in Singapore need apply.

CLOSING DATE: 22 January 2010

ISEAS Library, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
30 Heng Mui Keng Terrace, Singapore 119614
Tel: 68702401 Fax: 67756184 Email: libadm1[at]iseas.edu.sg

Position: Education Specialist / Trainer

Employer:  Civica Library and Learning

Job Description:
Civica Library & Learning is the largest provider of full-spectrum library management solutions in the Asia Pacific Region with a presence in Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Brunei, Australia, New Zealand Fiji. Our significant customer base covers public libraries, universities, polytechnics, schools and specialist libraries. Civica is also a partner in ‘Building Schools for the Future’ in the UK and is expanding its Learning Solutions business within the Asia region.

We are seeking an Education Specialist/Trainer to fulfill the following responsibilities:
• Conduct training workshops and activities for teachers, educators, and education specialists
• Develop training manuals and user guides
• Product testing and documentation
• Develop training workshops and programmes
• Provide product support to customer
• Project management and customer liaison
• Provide pedagogy and curriculum consultancy services
• Gather user requirements relating to educational needs
• Work with development team to translate user needs into use cases
• Enhance taxonomy and thesauri on meta-data educational content

Requirements:
• Degree or higher in Education or a Masters in Information Studies/Knowledgement Management
• Min. of 8 years of service in the education sector or information (library) industry
• Holds or has held a position as Head of Department in the education sector
• Has knowledge of problem-based learning pedagogical approach
• Has conducted training or workshops for adult learners
• Has a strong interest in learning management system or has researched on various learning management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Mature and independent
• Project management skills
• An understanding of international standards on meta-data creation and taxonomy is an advantage.

To apply, send your CV stating expected salary to here.