Job Description

Who We Are
As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.
We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.
Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.
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About The Job
The Associate Librarian is responsible for working closely with the Research, Instruction and Outreach Librarian to provide research support and instruction services.
What You Will Be Doing
Key Responsibilities
Research Assistance

• Provide research assistance by answering simple enquiries
• Provide/assist in research consultation services to SUSS community
• Provide onsite support by answering enquiries from walk-in users via the library service counter. Counter duties may involve weekday evenings and weekends.

Instruction Services

• Plan, schedule and organise information / instruction services.
• Provide instruction services to students.

Information Content

• Create and update online guides, FAQs, videos and other digital learning objects.
• Coordinate and produce content for the library blog, collaterals, website, Intranet, digital notices, and other publicity channels.

Promotion, Marketing and Monitoring of Content and Services

• Develop and deliver communications, promotion and outreach strategies and initiatives that serve to inform and engage the SUSS community.
• Manage the library website, including updating, monitoring usage and optimising access.
• Analyse, monitor and report on usage and feedback on services and the effectiveness of promotion and marketing activities and programmes.

General Responsibilities

• Participate in library-wide and university-wide initiatives and special projects such as Orientation and Graduation Ceremony.
• Perform other departmental or organizational accountabilities or duties as necessary or assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree, preferably in the sciences, social sciences, or humanities.
• 2-3 years of experience working in a library, preferably in an academic library.
• Experience creating a wide variety of written communications (newsletters, marketing announcements, web content, internal communications, etc.) and working with web publishing tools such as LibGuides and WordPress.
• Proficient in the use of graphic and media tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, and social media platforms.
• Ability to work independently as well as foster teamwork and collaboration with internal and external parties.
• Highly service-oriented with an ability to take a user-centred approach in the provision of library services.

What We Offer
At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career!
Besides that, you will also get:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)
• Medical Benefits
• Flex Benefits
• Family Care Leaves
• Volunteer Service Leaves
• Wellness & Recreation Activities
• Lifelong Learning Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers