Librarian II,The Alma Jordan Library - [Ref# 67/7/14 L1]

The successful candidate must possess an accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science.

Candidates should also possess:

• Significant experience in providing teaching, learning and research support services to students and members of faculty

• Experience in managing teams and working cross functionally

• Experience conducting outreach and liaison services

• Capacity to contribute to the development of library services through the harnessing of appropriate technologies and communication channels

• Facility in the review, evaluation, selection, and deselection of print/electronic library resources for purchase in accordance with academic and institutional goals
• Competence in the development policies and procedures to ensure quality service

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:  

• Evidence of participation in continuing professional development activities

• Experience with integrated library management systems

• Knowledge of cataloguing standards and metadata schema such as MARC, RDA, and Dublin Core, etc

• Familiarity with citation management styles and software

The following would be considered assets:  

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in an academic library

• Conducts research and contributes to the published literature in the field of Library and Information Science 

• Effectively creates and enhances descriptive metadata in digital repositories and platforms, applying appropriate schema based on standards, and benchmarks for best practices

• Prepares project plans and leads, coordinates or participates in projects relating to collection development and acquisition and collection management and access, including preservation and digitisation activities

• Identifies opportunities for library service quality improvement and develops efficient and effective workflows and procedures

• Provides advice, training and guidance to less experienced staff to enable them to undertake their duties effectively

• Works collaboratively with University and Campus Libraries’ Teams on initiatives designed to support the teaching and research mission of the University

• Maintains current awareness of developments and trends in the field of Library and Information Science and/or archives management

• Engages in research, publication and scholarly communication activities as expected of an academic librarian employed with The University of the West Indies

Personal Attributes

The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student-friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also:

• Possess a high level of professionalism

• Be committed to service excellence and improving the user experience

• Be able to multitask effectively

• Be able to conduct outreach, build relationships, and network locally, regionally and internationally using new and traditional communication channels

• Display strong customer service orientation

• Possess strong organizational and project management skills

• Possess a willingness to pursue professional development and professional activities in keeping with the University’s career path criteria for contract renewal, tenure and promotion for Librarians

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@sta.uwi.edu. Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at http://www.sta.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 2024 August 04