Circulation Assistant

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology

Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology

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Summary

  • Vacancy: —
  • Age: at most 35 years
  • Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh
  • Minimum Salary: Negotiable
  • Published: 20 Nov 2024

Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor’s (honors)/Master’s in Library and Information Science from any reputed University.

    Additional Requirements

    • Age at most 35 years
    • Familiarity with library catalog systems (e.g. Integrated Library Systems)

    • Experience with clerical tasks, data entry.

    • Proficiency in using computers, including Microsoft Office and Library-specific software.

    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively patrons of all ages and backgrounds.

    Responsibilities & Context

    Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, the first design-based private university in the region with a diverse and motivated workforce and an equal opportunity employer, is seeking qualified, progressive-minded, and dynamic full-time personnel for the position of Circulation Assistant.

    Job description/Responsibilities:

    • Assist patrons with checking in and checking out books and other library materials.

    • Provides frontline Circulation services to library patrons.

    • Ensure materials are properly scanned or logged into the library system.

    • Update and maintain patron accounts, including fines, due dates and missing/lost materials.

    • Assist patrons with account-related inquiries or issues.

    • Assists patrons with finding materials and using library resources, such as online library catalog, e-book, e-journal e-magazine, and databases.

    • Shelf-reads Reserves Collection to ensure materials are shelved in correct call number order according to the Dewey Decimal classification system.

    • Ensure that library shelves are neat, organized, and accessible to patrons.

    • Ensure that materials are properly checked out and not taken without being recorded.

    • Monitor the library space to ensure a safe and quiet environment.

    • Answer general inquiries and refer complex questions to other library staff.

    • Prepare new materials for circulation, including tagging, labeling, and entering them into the library system.

    • Help with regular inventory checks and materials audits.

    • Report missing or damaged materials to supervisors.

    • Articulates and interprets Circulation policies and procedures to patrons.

    • Identifies and retrieves materials from the Reserves Collection for library patrons and reshelves them when returned.

    • Retrieves books and periodicals from the general circulating stacks, as assigned.

    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Skills & Expertise

    MICROSOFT OFFICE

    Compensation & Other Benefits

      • As per university policy.

      Employment Status

      Full Time

      Job Location

      Anywhere in Bangladesh

      Source link

      To apply for this job email your details to admin@chakricircular.com