Polytechnic Librarian at The Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi

Job Description
The Polytechnic Librarian who is the Principal Officer is responsible to the Rector for the day-to-day running/administration of the Polytechnic Library. His/her other functions shall include:

• Responsible for the smooth running of the Library
• Framing overall library policy, personal contacts and liaising with departments
• Preparation of Library Budgets
• Responsible for establishing policy of Library exchange
• Engaging in matters of common interest
• Performing other duties that may be assigned by the Rector

Requirements

• Candidate for the post of the Polytechnic Librarian is expected to have a Master's Degree in Library Science from a recognised institution of learning plus at least 18 years post-qualification cognate experience or possess PhD. with at least 15 years post qualification cognate experience.
• In either case, the candidate must, in addition, possess professional library registration, The candidate should also have evidence of at least 12 journal publications, 21 seminar/conferences papers or 5 chapters in one/two standard textbook(s) and must be computer literate, He/she should also have evidence of community service.

Age:

• Candidates applying for the posts of Polytechnic Librarian must not be more than 55 years old at the time of assumption of duty

Terms of Appointments/Conditions of Service

• The appointments are for a term of five (5) years in the first instance and renewable, subject to satisfactory performances, for another term of five (5) years and no more.
• The salary is consolidated and Conditions of Service are at par with those applicable in all other Federal Polytechnics.