Assistant Librarian Grade VI (1 Year Temporary Wholetime contract)
Ref: P17/30
Background information
The Institute of Technology Blanchardstown is located in North County Dublin in Fingal. Our modern 56 acre campus is situated in one of the key industrial, commercial, retail and pharmaceutical hubs in Ireland. The Institute has been pursuing its mission of making education accessible to a diversity of learners since 1999. Our focus is on a relevant, vibrant curriculum, innovative teaching and excellent student supports, in which the Library plays a key role.
Since it was established, ITB has been firmly embedded within its Community. ITB offers a range of practice-based, career-focussedprogrammes to over 3,000 learners through our full-time, part-time and online programmes.
At this exciting time for the Institute of Technology Blanchardstown, the Library wishes to appoint an Assistant Librarian to further develop and enhance the Library services while a permanent member of staff is re-assigned to a key project for the Institute. The Library is the dynamic information and learning hub in the Institute which responds to the changing needs of our users. We arealso currently implementing a new Library Management System.
Technological University for Dublin
Following publication of the National Strategy for Higher Education in January 2011, a framework for reform within the Irish Higher Education landscape has been established. Included in that framework is a different type of University for Ireland – a Technological University. Three institutions in the Dublin region – Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT), Institute of Technology Tallaght (ITT) and ITB – have come together to explore the benefits of structured co-operation and collaboration and to jointly seek designation as a new unitary university, providing educational opportunities that are practice-based and research-informed.
DIT, ITB and ITT established a formal alliance in October 2011 and since then colleagues from the three institutions have been working together to develop a programme of work which will culminate in the submission of a joint application for designation as a Technological University.
The mission of the future ‘Technological University for Dublin’ will focus on providing educational opportunities that are practice-based and research-informed; that meet the diverse needs of learners, reflecting their specific requirements in terms of pace and place; and, in a rapidly changing knowledge environment, prepare them to build meaningful careers throughout their lives.
A web-site has been developed, which provides greater details about the development of the new TU4Dublin.
Job Specification
REPORTING TO: THE LIBRARIAN
The Assistant Librarian will assist in the delivery of library and information services in support of the teaching and research requirements of the Institute. The Assistant Librarian will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the library under the guidance of the Librarian and will be required to deputise for the Librarian from time to time.
MAIN DUTIES:
- To manage the day-to-day operation of the library and its staff, under the guidance of the Institute Librarian.
- To assist in the development and implementation of new products and information systems
- To provide maintain and develop the Library’s online resources and website.
- To identify and disseminate information concerning the availability of material in subject fields relevant to the research and teaching of the Institute.
- To organise/promote and participate in both internal and external user education programmes.
- To prepare library guides and online information literacy tutorials.
- To deputise for the Librarian as required
- To organise library material in respect of cataloguing and classifying.
- To implement Institute policy rules and regulations to facilitate the appropriate and efficient use of library resources by students and staff.
- To participate in the delivery of an information enquiry service to the Institute community and regional interests.
- To research, develop and introduce new products and services.
- To develop and monitor special services for students with special needs
- To identify and where appropriate, be responsible for the training needs of staff.
- To assist in the planning for future needs and developments.
- To participate in all committees/groups on which the appointee is a member or is assigned.
- To prepare and assist in the preparation of such reports as are required from time to time.
- To carry out user surveys
- To handle special cases at the circulation desk
- To undertake other duties as defined by the Institute Librarian.
Essential qualifications, experience and personal qualities
Applicants should have an honours degree together with a postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Studies and:
- at least two years satisfactory experience of library work
- excellent IT skills with an interest in library management software systems and web development
- excellent communication, inter-personal and team working skills
- excellent presentation skills and a keen interest in working with library users in a learning environment
- flexible, collaborative and co-operative attitude
- evidence of commitment to relevant professional development
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Salary Scale: €45,849 - €56,031
Please note that starting salary is commensurate with relevant experience, and qualifications, in line with current Government pay policy.
To apply, please submit 1 signed original and 5 copies of the application form to the Human Resources Department, Institute of Technology Blanchardstown, Blanchardstown Road North, Dublin 15 by 12 noon on Friday 25th August 2017. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Late applications will not be considered.
The Institute of Technology Blanchardstown is an equal opportunities employer.