[Lib-helig-l] UCT Libraries vacancy: Jewish Studies, Senior Library Assistant

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for this permanent position at the Jewish Studies Library to support and assist the librarian in providing an effective and efficient library service to UCT staff and students. This post involves some evening and weekend work.

 

Requirements include:

 

·         A university level knowledge of Jewish studies.

·         A sound knowledge of Hebrew.

·         Excellent computer literacy.

·         Ability to use library electronic resources.

·         Good organisational and written communication skills.

·         Good interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.

·         Flexibility and ability to work within a team as well as independently.

·         Good numeracy skills.

·         Attention to detail.

 

A librarianship qualification, experience in an academic/research library, and a sound knowledge of Yiddish will be advantageous.

 

Responsibilities include:

 

·         Assisting librarians in providing a reference and information service.

·         Providing ongoing instruction and orientation in support of librarians.

·         Assisting with the efficient administration of the circulation desk.

·         Assisting with collection maintenance duties including cataloguing of Hebrew books.

·         Supervision and training of student assistants.

 

The annual cost of employment, including benefits, is between R214 484 and R252 318.

 

Application process:

 

To apply, please e-mail the completed UCT Application form (HR201) and all other relevant documentation as indicated on the form, with the subject line “Senior Library Assistant (Jewish Studies)” followed by the reference number to Ms Muriel Mlanjana at Muriel.Mlanjana@uct.ac.za

 

Address: UCT Libraries, University of Cape Town, Private Bag X3, Rondebosch, 7700.

 

Fax: 021 650 2965; Website: www.lib.uct.ac.za

 

The application form can be downloaded at http://web.uct.ac.za/depts/sapweb/forms/hr201.doc.

 

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Reference number for this position: 2420           

 

Closing date for applications:          28 February 2013

 

UCT is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at http://www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf

 

 

 

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