| Job Purpose |
| To provide a high-level of expertise and support to the University
of Al Dhaid’s Libraries,
and manage the catalog of materials, input data into electronic catalog to
ensure users can locate books, serials, or other documents.
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| Key Accountabilities |
- Categorize and classify library materials, including books, CDs, films,
newspapers, or other documents.
- Search bibliographic databases to determine relationship of item in hand
to existing bibliographic records and analyze material to determine
proper access points.
- Apply Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2R), Resource Description and
Access (RDA), Library of Congress subject heading policies (LCSH),
Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), LC Classification, Arabic subject
headings, MARC21 and catalog materials in categories of advanced
specialized backgrounds.
- Create and modify personal names, corporate names, uniform titles,
series, subject headings, etc., for inclusion in authority files after
approval of head of technical services.
- Implement Library of Congress Classification Call Numbers using ClassWeb
and National Library of Medicine (NLM).
- Resolve cataloguing problems and assists in the maintenance of the
online catalogue through performing original and copy cataloguing based
on current standards, database maintenance and authority control to
prevent duplicates.
- Assist in the maintenance and operation of the library’s automation
system, including creation and editing of bibliographic records.
- Ensure all material can be retrieved conveniently using standardized
methods. As well as resolve complex bibliographic problems and conflicts
in bibliographic records.
- Keep students updated through providing advice, offering demonstrations,
and providing information on best practices and up-to-date policies in
cataloguing to enhance the searching ability of students and users.
- Follow University of Al Dhaid’s library standards and guidelines when
classifying documents.
- Manage library issues through consulting with other libraries in order
to resolve cataloguing and database problems, report trends in
bibliographic services, answer questions, transmit information, and
discuss options for handling library materials to facilitate the process
for students and users.
- Prepare and generate various reports, lists, and statistics related to
the library when requested by the line manager.
- Complete any other job-related tasks as assigned by line manager within
the expected time limit.
- Collect all books collections (Textbooks, books for library use)
requests and revise them.
- Enrich the library with new resources after the approvals of academic
programs.
- Visit bookfairs to update different resources for the library.
- Stamp books, barcoding, stick reference number labels and make sure the
resources are matching with the system.
- Suggest new tools used for all classification and cataloging processes
(hardware & software).
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| Job Specific Accountabilities |
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Operational Plans
- Participate in developing the department/college’s operational and
business plans, and contribute in its execution, in line with the
department/college’s strategy in order to support the achievement of the
University’s strategic objectives.
Continuous Improvement
- Provide input to enhance the processes and procedures that help
implement the relevant best practices.
- Follow all relevant processes, standard operating procedures, and
instructions accurately to ensure that
job tasks are carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
Systems, Processes and Reports
- Generate relevant reports and ensure that they are prepared timely and
accurately and meet the
department’s requirements and standards.
- Operate the required software/hardware accurately and effectively.
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| Key Interactions |
| Internal |
External |
- Students
- Academic and non-academic staff members
- Procurement Department
- Facilities Management and Planning Department
- Visitors
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- Book Vendors/Suppliers
- UAE Universities
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| Required Qualification & Experience |
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Library Administration,
Library Information Systems, or a relevant discipline.
- 2-4 years of UAE experience in similar role preferably in higher
education institutions.
- A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline is a plus.
- Priority is to UAE Nationals.
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| Required Skills |
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to
prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
- Proficiency in the use of electronic resources.
- Thorough understanding of standard library techniques and technical
services procedures.
- Ability to adapt to changing and evolving Library procedures,
priorities and information technologies.
- Good knowledge of professional library theories, issues and trends.
- Experience with cataloging tools, bibliographic formats and
standards.
- Ability to consistently apply cataloging rules and standards.
- Time management skills.
- Organization skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise multiple tasks and produce
reports under strict guidelines.
- High integrity and openness combined with commitment to good
governance.
- Inquisitive mind and passion for excellence.
- Flexibility and ability to function effectively as part of a team.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
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