Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
| Post: Library Professional Assistant | |
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| Vikram Sarabhai Library at IIMA requires a Library Professional Assistant to work in the following domains: | |
| 1. Procurement of Learning Materials | • Knowledge of Library Management System (LMS) • Procuring library resources (selection of vendors, negotiation, invoicing, etc.) • Cataloguing, classification, and technical processes • Knowledge of copyright, open access, and license agreements • Maintenance of inventory, registers, and statistics |
| 2. User Orientation and User Awareness | • Assisting users in accessing library resources • Conducting training sessions on library resources • Preparing promotional materials • Managing user feedback and suggestions • Answering queries and preparing reading lists |
| 3. Reference and Circulation Service | • Managing circulation counter and reference queries • Keeping records of all transactions • Knowledge of research databases and reference tools |
| 4. Library Technology | • Knowledge of software and hardware related to library systems • Managing IT-based services (Website, RFID, Mobile App, etc.) • Handling IT equipment (RFID, Assistive technologies, 3D printers, etc.) |
| 5. Other Duties | • Perform other duties as assigned by reporting officer • Library is open 24/7, with rotation of shift duties • Weekly holidays are on a rotation basis |
| Qualification, Experience & Skill Requirements | • A Master’s degree in Library & Information Science (MLISc) with 60% or above • Minimum of 2 years relevant experience • Age: Maximum 30 years as on last date of application (relaxation as per GOI rules) • Additional 5 years relaxation for women candidates |
| Salary & Allowances | • Tenure-based appointment for 3 years, extendable • Pay Level 05 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission • Additional benefits as per permanent employees’ policies |
| Last Date to Apply | December 04, 2024 |