Librarian

Job description

Background

STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting several student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by industry. STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery.

STADIO is a comprehensive private higher education institution, consisting of the following academic schools:

• Administration and Management
• Architecture and Engineering
• Commerce
• Education
• Fashion
• Humanities

• Information Technology
• Law
• Media and Design
• Policing and Law Enforcement

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Operate and manage the library
• Coordinate and plan the development of strategic library goals and applications;
• Development, maintenance and quality control of the library database for optimal information retrieval;
• Ensuring that the library has a diverse and relevant collection of resources that meet the needs of students and staff.
• Technical processing of material: Classification and cataloguing of new stock and update library database;
• Weeding of stock by disposing of duplicates and other out-of-date items;
• Creating Collaborative Learning Space
• Managing records concerning the collection, for example orders, correspondence and statistics;

• Provide reference and research assistance to students ;
• Provide research support to faculty/academics;
• Assist students with technology e.g. computer use when necessary;
• Locate items in the catalogue and on shelves for patrons;
• Perform circulation duties/ lending services;
• Information retrieval via STADIO databases, Internet sources or print material;
• Write procedures and notices for circulation and use of library resources;
• Monthly report on achievements/highlights and challenges, library news and updates;
• Coordinate special events such as reading promotions;                                                                  
• Outreach and Promotion library services, resources, and events to increase awareness and usage among campus community.                                                          
• Library exhibitions/displays, special events and open days.
• Liaise with lecturers on academic content needs for improved, focused student support sessions.
• Provide materials and support services to support the instructional goals of the institution
• Planning and management of activities in the section to ensure regular workflow.
• Select print and non-print material to support STADIO programmes;
• Build the collection to support the academic goals of the programmes;
• Provide the faculties with bibliographies, catalogues and news of information resources that support subject areas being taught.
• Staff and user management
• Maintain a friendly and inviting learning environment.
• Enforce library rules and take appropriate action in case of misbehaviour;
• Regular staff meetings;
• Supervises staff (students)
• Financial Management
• Input/Drafting and management of the library budget and reporting to the Centre for Academic Success Manager on these financial issues.
• Liaise with retailers for best prices and services for library resources;
• Orders and payments of purchased materials as well as subscriptions.
• Library Development
• Collaborating with faculty, students, and other departments or organizations to develop new programs, initiatives, or services that enhance the overall library experience.
• Develop and implement systems, processes and resources to meet student requirements.
• Assessment and Evaluation:                                                  
• Monitoring and evaluating library services and resources to ensure their effectiveness attending conferences, workshops, and training sessions to stay informed about current trends and best practices in librarianship.
• Miscellaneous
• Ad hoc tasks, such as shelving of books.
• Schools/Academic to liaise with librarian on updates to official booklists prior to confirming with Learning Material Manager

• STADIO Values
• Actively living the STADIO Values                                      
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment within the library by actively seeking out a broad range of perspectives, experiences, and voices in collection development, programming, and user services.

Requirements

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• Five years’ experience in library management position.
• Understanding of multi-campus dynamics.
• Budget and asset management skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of both traditional and emerging academic library services and standards, as well as emerging technologies.
• High level of computer proficiency with good knowledge of modern Information Technology infrastructure and online platforms.
• Experience working with students, and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.

 

Qualifications Requirements:

• A three- or four-year Bachelor of Library and/or Information Science/Studies degree 
• A Bachelor's degree plus a post graduate diploma in Library and/or Information Science 
• A four-year University of Technology degree in Library and Information Studies (BTech) 
• Affiliation to the professional association with knowledge of current practices, procedures, and trends in the field of Library and Information Sciences.

 

Key Attributes:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills to work with others.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team but also on your own initiative.
• Capability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritise work and meet deadlines
• The ability to think logically.
• Organisational and self-management skills.
• An appreciation of the pressures and demands within the academic work environment
• The ability to lead, manage and motivate others.
• Personal accountability, responsibility, and professionalism.

Assumption Date:        01 April 2025 Closing date for applications: 06 March 2025

Applications: Candidates wishing to apply for the position are required to:

1. Submit a letter of motivation, concisely detailing interest in and individual suitability for the position.
2. Submit a concise CV without attachments.
3. Clearly indicate which position applying for in the header of the email. Reference: MUSLibSDi
4. Applications must be submitted by email to:musgrave-recruitment@stadio.ac.za

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Higher Education reserves the right to not fill this position. Should you not hear from STADIO within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. In terms of the Company policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company provided that the competencies and minimum requirements for the position have been met.

Posted on 27 Feb 11:37, Closing date 6 Mar