Job Description

Rosebank College, the Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) is one of the leading private higher education institutions in the country registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. For over 70 years IIE Rosebank College has delivered quality tertiary education to students across South Africa. Situated in bustling cities, IIE Rosebank College embraces the same vibrant environment which allows over 20 000 students to connect with the heart of the institution. Our exceptional growth is creating a once in a life-time opportunities to suitable incumbents.

Job Purpose:

Information Specialists design, develop and manage collections of recorded material and the delivery of information services to users. Library collections can include books, journals, newspapers, pamphlets, manuscripts, maps, films, sound recordings, microfilms, CD-ROMs, e-books, e-journals and databases. The position also supports research and research practice for both students and Online Students. Promote intellectual integrity and ethical scholarship.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implements library policies and provide feedback to National Librarian
• Manage Library activities by facilitating access and process.
• Updates library holdings in shared catalogue
• Provide training (Lecturers & students)
• Accessioning (receipting of newly purchased materials)
• Ensure that relevant and latest resources are available in the library including,
• Follows-up on the subscriptions of journals and periodicals.
• Replaces back issues of journals with latest issues.
• Conducts library orientation for new students and staff.
• Conducts information literacy workshops including training in use of library resources.
• Provides information service to students and academic staff.
• Promotes usage of library resources and services
• Checks and updates notice boards.
• Promotes information and research through displays.
• Locates information for students and lecturers.
• Assists students with research and assignment preparation.
• Assists students who are computer illiterate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in library and information Science.
• 3 years of experience in a relevant field, preferably an academic library.
• 2 years of experience in library administration/management experience.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer service orientated.
• Ability to effectively cope with change.
• Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
• Be able to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills

Working Hours:

Classes are scheduled from 08h00am until 17h00pm, Monday to Friday.

Salary:

Market related.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact the Recruiter on 051 101 0414.

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.

Rosebank College