Closing Date: Aug 31, 2011
Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Library and Information Science from a CILIP or ALA accredited institution, or equivalent. Masters preferred.
Experience
At least three years experience, preferably in an educational setting. Fluency in written and spoken English, Arabic an advantage. Proficiency in MS Office and IC3 certification preferred. Experience in the use of integrated library management systems. Experience in working in the Middle East an advantage.
Job Description
Purpose: The Librarian is responsible for the day to day operations of the facility, ensuring collection availability and development, supported by service provision, in meeting the information needs of staff and students of the Institute. Context: The IAT is a learning organization. As such, all employees strive for personal and institutional development within a culture of effectiveness that: •Values collaboration, teamwork and self; •Encourages ethical behavior; •Facilitates life-long learning; and •Utilises technology. Duties and Responsibilities: •Assists in the management, selection, acquisition and maintenance of LRC collections. •Assists students in the development of information literacy & lifelong learning skills. •Facilitate the integration of information literacy skills development within the curriculum. •Acts as an advocate for information literacy across all program areas. •Works with faculty to develop LRC materials that enhance course offerings. •Conducts training in research skills, develops information literacy skills tutorials. •Develops electronic resources for students. •Assists students and faculty in the use of automated information systems. •Provides reference and information services to library users. •Promotes reading for educational and recreational purposes. •Promotes LRC services and resources to students and faculty. •Participates in the ongoing development and maintenance of the LRC website. •An ex officio member of the English Department to insure intradepartmental development of English Language skills support. •Assists in the supervision of students as appropriate. •Maintain statistics and reports including the supplies inventory and compile supply orders. •Provide technical and trouble-shooting support for LRC users.
Fujairah and Al Ain
Institute of Applied Technology
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