Assistant Librarian

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa SACAP Full time

SACAP (The South African College of Applied Psychology) is the leading independent provider of accredited Psychology, Counselling, Human Resource Management, Business Management and Social Work qualifications, with all courses grounded in psychology. We have campuses in Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Online.

SACAP is looking for an Assistant Librarian based at our Johannesburg Campus.
- Organize and maintain library collections through effective cataloging and shelving practices.
- Utilize library systems and technologies for efficient information retrieval.
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and offering guidance to patrons.
- Contribute to the overall organization of the library, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Demonstrate attention to detail in all aspects of library management.
- Collaborate with other library staff members for effective teamwork.
- Adapt to evolving technologies in the library environment.
- Actively promote a love of literature and learning within the community.
- Assisting any and all students as well as educators in finding resources when necessary i.e. online journals, textbooks
- Issuing of log-in details so students may access online resources.
- Assisting with printing and receiving of fines

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Diploma / Degree in Library and Information Science.
- 3 - 5 years of library experience preferably in Higher Education

**SKILLS**
- Communication skills
- Cataloguing & Shelving
- Strong administrative & organizational skills
- Library Software knowledge
- Information Retrieval
- Knowledge of Classification Systems
- Database Management
- Library Policies
- Computer Skills

**PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES**
- Committed to working toward attaining excellence
- Enthusiasm in developing self & others
- Teamwork: Working well with colleagues to maintain a positive work environment.
- Multitasking: Balancing various responsibilities to ensure smooth library operations.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing challenges and finding effective solutions.
- Tech Proficiency: Familiarity with library systems, databases, and other relevant technologies.
- Research Skills: Assisting patrons in locating and accessing information.
- Customer Service: Providing friendly and helpful assistance to library patron

**Operating Hours**:
This is a full-time position operating from Mondays to Fridays*:
Monday to Thursday: 08:30am to 17:00pm; Friday:08:30am to 16:00pm
- Due to the nature of this role, there will be a need to work flexible hours to the extent to which it is reasonably necessary to perform the duties of this position._

**_ Please upload a copy of your Curriculum Vita, a copy of your Identity Document and all other relevant supporting documents._


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