THE PAPUA NEW GUINEA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

The Papua New Guinea University of Technology is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Library Officer to join our dynamic Matheson Library team.

MATHESON LIBRARY

Senior Library Officer – Circulation Services

This role plays a vital part in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of frontline library services, supporting both staff and students in accessing valuable library resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the supervisor in the daily operation of the circulation services and shelving duties.
• Assist in organizing workloads and prepare task schedules for circulation services.
• Implement circulation system procedures and policies.
• Assist in staff performance appraisal and evaluation.
• Manage user records and assist in organizing clearance exercises.
• Arrange book displays and exhibitions
• Provide guidance to users on the selection and location of materials.
• Provide user support and guidance for the use of Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC).
• Implement the security measures for library resources.
• Monitor staff shifts, including night and weekend shifts.
• Assist in training circulation staff
• Gather and analyze usage statistics for reporting purposes.
• Perform weekend and evening shift duties
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Reader Service Supervisor.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or a related field is recommended
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an academic library setting.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to assist patrons effectively.
• Knowledge of library outreach and publicity services.
• Proficiency in library science principles and practices.
• Experience with open-source applications, preferably Koha ILS is an advantage.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong public relations skills.
• Should have some experience in reference services.
• Knowledge of automated library systems, circulation desk management.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly motivated and committed to service excellence.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Adaptability to new changes and technologies.
• Positive attitude and ability to encourage and lead a team.
• Fast learner, capable of handling unexpected challenges.
• Empathy towards others.
• Customer focused

Conditions of Service

Senior Library Officer I/II PGK26,709 - PGK38,241 per annum

(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)

Application Procedure

Detailed application with curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses including email addresses, phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, if any, should be sent to the address below:

The Executive Director - Human Resources

PNG University of Technology

Private Mail Bag

Lae, 411

Papua New Guinea

Applications must be compiled and sent as one PDF file to [email protected] with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.

PLEASE NOTE

• Deadline for all applications is 25th of April, 2025.
• Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.