Junior Librarian

Job Description

Title: Junior Librarian

Company Name: World University of Bangladesh

Vacancy: 02

Age: 25 to 45 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 23180 - 40882 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Masters

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Age 25 to 45 years

M.Phil. or PhD degree is desirable.

Experienced persons will be given preference.

Must have knowledge in computer operation in office applications and other web based functions;

Sorts and routes mail, fundamental knowledge of library circulation processes;

Knowledge of and ability to use library catalogs, indexes tools, and services;

Ability to learn the use of audiovisual equipment, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;

Working knowledge of English grammar and spelling;

Ability to exercise mature independent judgment.

The World University of Bangladesh (WUB) is seeking the qualified candidates for the position of Junior Librarian for its over expanding demand at Uttara, Sector – 17, Dhaka – 1230.

Maintaining the overall administration of the Library; develops, assesses, and implements objectives in support of the library’s strategic plan.

Manages library professional and support staff and administers personnel actions (e.g. selection, termination, evaluation, etc.); collaborates with Training Services to provide training and staff development.

Recommends changes to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work collaboratively to provide quality service; motivates staff to ensure coordinated efforts towards the accomplishment of objectives.

Manages Technology staff and others in the identification and implementation of new technology to improve library operations.

Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.

Assist patron with ready-reference questions and reader advisory, bibliographic instruction and database searching.

Sort books, publications and other items according to established procedure to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.

Assist in processing new books.

Inventory books when necessary.

Assists in creating promotional materials, writing reports, and maintaining files.

Development of inter- Library relationship and latest techniques of Library management.

Overall supervision and maintaining of the activities of the Library.

Ability to think strategically and develop objectives in the achievement of long-term goals.

Keeps abreast of library trends and best practices applicable to Library operations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Further job description available at jobs.wub.edu.bd

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2

Other Benefits:

• World University of Bangladesh offers attractive compensation package including two festival bonuses (each equal to basic salary),

• Contributory P.F, gratuity, leave encashment and other fringe benefits based on eligibility