The National Library of Jamaica invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Librarian 2 (PIDG/LB2)
Deadline: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Salary: $2,803,771 p.a
Type: Full-Time
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the Manager, Cataloguing and Classification, the incumbent catalogues electronic resources and creates metadata for digital resources
Key Responsibilities
- Performs original and copy cataloging of electronic resources to facilitate their identification, access, and use
- Creates metadata for digitized resources.
- Assists with the cataloguing of articles extracted from books and periodicals
- Produces and maintains quality bibliographic records through knowledge and application of international standards such as RDA, MARC 21 AACR2R, LCSH.
- Input details about new material into NLJ database
- Assists with the creation and maintenance of indexes
- Assists in the maintenance of the collection inventory
- Prepares progress reports
- Performs other duties assigned from time to time
Required Skills, Knowledge and Competencies
Core Competencies
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Customer & Quality Focus
- Teamwork & Cooperation
Technical Competencies
- Excellent knowledge of Cataloguing and Classification
- Good Research and Reference Skills
- Knowledgeable about Preservation and Conservation practices
- Sound knowledge of Data management
- Sound Knowledge of Information Communication Technology
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Librarianship or equivalent field from an accredited tertiary institution.
- One (1) year related working experience.
- Exposure to cataloguing.
Special conditions associated with the job
- May be required to work outside of normal working hours
- Exposure to dust
Salary: $2,803,771 p.a
Applications accompanied by detailed resume should be sent by Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Director HRM & Administration
National Library of Jamaica
12 East Street, Kingston.
Email: nljhrm@nlj.gov.jm
We appreciate all responses, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted