Job Description

What the role is:
NYP Library is seeking Librarian/Senior Librarian to support the management and provision of library resources and services for the NYP community to meet their teaching and learning needs.
What you will be working on:

• Administer, manage and enhance library management systems, including discovery search system, resource proxy system, library website, IT security and related functions.
• Plan, coordinate and perform collection development and management functions to facilitate provision of resources.
• Curate resources to provide industry insights and develop contents on various subject areas to meet teaching, learning and research needs.
• Subject Resource Librarian to engage Schools/Departments and support their information and curriculum requirements such as curation, information/digital literacy training, etc.
• Administer, manage and enhance frontline circulation services.
• Coordinate, maintain and oversee physical and electronic records/files to support NYP records management functions.
• Develop and deliver digital and physical library events, training sessions and promotional activities to foster collaboration between NYP Library and stakeholders.
• Lead and/or participate in projects, task forces and committees in support of NYP/library initiatives.
• Recommend solutions to streamline workflows for efficiency and perform any other related duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualification in Library and/or Information Science, preferably with knowledge of library management systems, basic programming (e.g. HTML, XML, Java, Python), PC/server maintenance, MS Window operating system and software applications, project coordination and management, system integration, networking fundamentals.
• At least 3 to 4 years of experience, preferably in library field.
• Proficiency with tools and technologies to support new digital initiatives will be an added advantage.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective team player who is detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Good engagement, communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills.

About Nanyang Polytechnic:
Nanyang Polytechnic is committed to providing quality education and training to prepare our graduates for life and work, equipping them to contribute to the technological, economic and social development of Singapore. Nanyang Polytechnic will harness our resources and expertise to offer manpower development programmes and services to business and industry in support of Singapore's national development.

Skills Required