Subject: Job opening - Acquisitions Librarian @ Hong Kong Baptist
University (1-year contract)
From: Wing Woo <wingwoo_at_hkbu.edu.hk>
Date: 1/2/2012 11:24 PM
Acquisitions Section, Assistant Librarian (PR200/11-12)
Hong Kong Baptist University Library now seeks a highly motivated,
dynamic, and service-oriented person for the position of Assistant
Librarian in the Acquisitions Section. Reporting to the Head of
Acquisition Section, the appointee will be responsible for acquisition
of library materials, implementing acquisition procedures, managing
library material budget and participating in consortial acquisitions.
He/She will be required to supervise and provide training to acquisition
assistants, take up reference duties, conduct information literacy
instruction and participate in collection development and services in
selected disciplines such as Music Department.
Applicants should have a recognized professional qualification in
librarianship (MLS or equivalent) preferably with one year of
supervisory experience in acquisition work in an academic library.
Familiarity with fund accounting and library budgeting practices,
knowledge of publishing trends, books and subscription trade is
required. The successful candidate should be attentive to details and
demonstrate high accuracy. Excellent command of written and oral
communication skills, good analytical skill and ability to work
independently and collaboratively are necessary. Experience in using an
integrated library system and reading knowledge of one or more European
languages would be an advantage. Candidate with academic background in
music, formal musical training or work experience in the field of music
is highly desirable. Shift duties in evening / weekend / public holiday
are required.
Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of one year.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applicants are invited to write in response to the requirements and
provide an updated curriculum vitae and/or fill in the application form
which is obtainable (a) by downloading from
http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/applicationforms; or (b) by fax at 3411-7799; or
(c) in person from the Personnel Office, Hong Kong Baptist University,
Level 7, Shaw Tower, 34 Renfrew Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon. Completed
application form should be sent to the same address. Please quote PR
number on all correspondence. Details of the University’s Personal
Information Collection Statement can be found at
http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the
post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms
& conditions then applicable at the time of offer.
Closing date: 31 January 2012
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