BIHAR JOBS: UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN AT NALANDA UNIVERSITY, NALANDA

Job Title: University Librarian Salary: US $30000 – 45000 per annum Age: Preferably below 55 years Job Description The University Librarian will provide leadership to ensure that the Library excels in the provision of support for teaching, learning and research at the University. The Librarian is responsible for the overall administration, human resource management and budget for the University Library and archives, and for the management and policy development for library services. The University Librarian has responsibility to set up the University library and acquisitions, or collections management unit. This includes delivery of circulation, inter/intra-library loan, and other library services; and the completion of library technical operations. The librarian will analyze workflows and procedures, and develop procedure manuals. He/she will lead management teams that recommend policy, plan the direction of the library or service unit, and implement projects. This task is all the more crucial in times when the nature and role of libraries as repositories of knowledge is changing as are patterns of knowledge delivery.  Duties and Responsibilities Generally: Maintain, and, enhance and improve, the Library's integrated learning environment, and the engagement of students, faculty and staff in that environment. Ensure equitable access to information resources, services, facilities and systems, in physical or virtual environments on campus. Be innovative and proactive in the implementation of new technologies and library services. More specifically: Assure adequate library and research resources are available to meet faculty and student needs, within assigned budget. Plan for collection growth and technological change. Research, conclude and manage all required and/or beneficial license, copyright and consortia agreements. Manage Library budget. Hire and train staff and conduct performance reviews to ensure a high level of professional service. Participate in the academic administration of the University through Library Committee and the Deans and Boards of Studies. Other duties as may be reasonably assigned. Qualifications and Experience A Masters of Library Science degree from an accredited program, or equivalent, and a minimum of five years of progressively more responsible administrative experience in an academic library with a minimum of two years experience performing supervisory and one or more library activities is desirable.Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and competency in library science/library operations including circulation, classification, original and copy cataloging and bibliographic systems, formats, rules, guidelines, and standards; is essential. Must display broad knowledge and understanding of current issues in academic libraries. Also, requires good communication skills and advanced computer literacy. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Knowledge, Skills and abilities Demonstrated success in the development and implementation of new technologies and innovative services in an academic library environment. Demonstrated leadership, collegiality, and strong communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to the teaching, research and service missions of a university. Demonstrated commitment to scholarship and professional growth. Core Competencies Communication Continuous learning Flexibility Leadership and motivation Organizational Awareness Planning and coordination Problem solving and judgment Results Orientation Service Orientation Teamwork and Collaboration Values and Ethics Role Specific Competencies Accountability/Dependability Attention to Detail Conflict Management Developing Others Health and Safety Management Innovation Professional and Technical Expertise Relationship building Research and Analysis How to Apply: Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria and willing to be considered for the post should submit Letter of application stating position applied for Full CV with recent passport size photograph Brief statement setting out expertise for the position applied for(not more than 2 pages) Scanned copy of all relevant certificates/ testimonials mentioned in CV. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria listed above. The university is happy to consider evidence of transferable skills or experience gained outside the university setting which may be relevant.