The potential candidate will work at the AIUB library located at the state-of-the-art campus in the heart of Dhaka. The key duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to, the following:
- Ensure efficient and maximum use of the library resources in accordance with the existing policies, systems and procedures and develop new policies, systems and procedures as needed.
- Catalog and maintain the library materials including books, journals and other resources in correct order and keep track of all library materials.
- Loan library materials to the users and collect the returned materials as per procedure.
- Handle loans between libraries.
- Organize and reshelve returned items such as periodicals, books journals, papers etc.
- Handle the registration of new library cardholders and issue library cards.
- Sensitize the users about new arrivals, access to e-resources and how to use all such library resources.
- Responding to requests and answering questions from students, staff and faculties regarding the use of library facilities.
- Perform routine tasks such as answering phone calls, organizing files, correspondence and report preparations related to library.
- Use and maintain computer library databases to help locate library materials.
- Help plan and participate in special library events promoting the use of library resources.
- Proactively engage with the academics and students to advise on library materials for their courses and ensure quality and excellent library services.
- Formulate plans for the development activities of the library and supervise implementation of the plans once approved.
- Coordinates with the university library committee on the selection and procurement of library collections and resources.
- Establishes linkages with the national and international libraries for sharing/exchanging of library collections and resources.
- Remain updated and familiar with the computer-based system used in the AIUB library and the e-resources subscribed by the AIUB library.
- Any other tasks as assigned by the AIUB Management.
- Must be demonstrably proficient in Library Management Software and D-Space.
Job Location: AIUB Campus, Kuratoli, Kuril, Dhaka