Library Attendant

Responsibilities

1. Assist in Opening and Closing of the Library;
2. Assisting users in searching of books, periodicals, and documents in other media.
   
3. Assist users with how to use library information services e.g. electronic catalogue.
   
4. Loan library materials such as books and DVDs and collect the returned materials.
   
5. Organize and re-shelve returned items such as periodicals, books and DVDs.
   
6. Maintain security of library property by manning the Check Point/ Property Counter;
   
7. Dusting of books, periodicals, documents in other media, shelves, chairs, tables.
   
8. Organize chairs, tables in respective units, sections and in the reading halls;
   
9. Provide library services for users with special needs including general users.
   
10. Prepare books for use, stamp books, paste bar code and spine label
    
11. Search out damaged books and periodicals, mending them and preparing them for binding;
    
12. Take stock of the library materials including assets.
    
13. Perform other duties as may become necessary for smooth running of the library or as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

1. Should have a Certificate in Library and Information Studies from NCHE recognized institution.
   
2. Should have an “O” Level Certificate.
   
3. 5 years’ experience in library services preferably in an Academic Library.
   
4. Should have effective communication skills.
   
5. Should be computer literate.
   
6. Should be a person of high integrity.
   
7. The applicant should be below the age of 55 years at the time of application.