Circulation Librarian at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Circulation Librarian is charged with the responsibility of managing the circulation desk and ensuring that library users have access to the library's materials and resources. The duties shall include but not limited to charging books in and out, shelving library materials, and data inputting as well as the supervision of general maintenance of order and cleanliness of the Library’s resources in the Stacks and in the other areas of the Library. The incumbent is also expected to ensure the security of Library items and the enforcement of Library’s Code of Conduct in accordance with the policies and procedures of the American University of Nigeria.

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide accurate guides, displays, shelf and book spine labels that will facilitate access to print items of the Department and any other activity that will promote access.
• Registers new patrons, recall items due and generate statistics of books due and defaulters.
• Categorize and organize library materials, including books, CDs, films, newspapers, or other documents in accordance with the L C Classification Scheme.
• Monitors, maintains and guides the use of print and archival materials.
• Assists patrons with their research needs through directing them to the variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, visuals and online materials.
• In collaboration with the Reference staff, performs circulation desk procedures, such as shelving, checking in and checking out materials in all formats, registering patrons, renewals and collecting fines.
• In conjunction with the Cataloger, maintains a record of patron usage, attendance, print check-outs, cataloged items, and other technical services statistics on a regular basis.
• Assign barcodes, tags etc. to materials and link it to the appropriate bibliographic record
• Ensure all material can be retrieved conveniently using standardized methods.

• Coordinate the process of stock checking or auditing in accordance with rules governing the evaluation of library collections.
• Monitor patron activities at the stacks and other reading rooms and assisting patrons in finding their way in the Stacks and reading rooms.
• Sort and Shelving of books/items using the Library of Congress Classification system.
• Ensure the general cleanliness of the stacks and reading rooms through liaising with the cleaners.
• Check and pull out books/items that need to be mended or withdrawn and dusting and cleaning of shelves.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the position:

• Bachelor's degree in library science, information science, or a related field preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years post NYSC experience working as a circulation/stack specialist.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of library management systems and software.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to work well as a member of a team
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong self-motivation.