Senior Access Librarian - Qatar Foundation

Job Purpose:



This position works with the Head of Access Services to assist in the development of long term strategic goals and objectives of the Qatar National Library access services area.



Key Result Areas:



 Plays a role in implementing and managing the access services areas

 Supports the development and management of access services workflows

 Coordinates the staff and daily work of the Access Services team

 Liaises with Public Services and Library Information Technology staff to ensure effective and user-friendly access to library resources

 Provides input for the formulation of policies, practices and projects relating to library resources access

 Implements and manages the procedures relating to the access of library resources

 Reviews workflows for user registration, circulation, fees collection, shelving and stack maintenance, reserves, document delivery, inter-library loans and reciprocal borrowing programs

 Acts as initial point of resolution of user issues, collection of fees, privacy concerns

 Maintain smooth operation of user privacy and programs that safeguard assets

 Serves as a back-up resource person regarding access issues both within the team and in other areas of the Qatar National Library and its stakeholders

 Delivers training curricula and maintain performance standards for Access Services staff

 Keeps abreast of developments, trends and issues in all areas of responsibilities

 Contributes to the profession by publishing, presenting or participating in professional organizations

 Participates in team work to set up the Qatar National Library

 Performs miscellaneous duties and serves on designated committees as required.

 Actively participates in activities in the areas of access services regarding Qatar, the region, and internationally

 Works with Public Services in the creation of services and programs to meet the reading, information, education, and research needs of users

 Oversees the workflows regarding circulation and shelving of library materials



This position includes, but is not limited to, other duties as required and defined by the scope, purpose, and spirit of the institution and are not always indicative of the title and grade of the position.

Familiarize, understand and implement QF health, safety, and environment policy, procedures, legal regulations and objectives applicable to areas of responsibility. Ensures coordination with HSE department in implementing, monitoring and reviewing of HSE performance to ensure work under his/her control is performed in a safe, healthy and environmentally sound manner.

Job Details

Date Posted:	2014-04-23
Job Location:	Doha, Qatar
Job Role:	Support Services
Company Industry:	Community/Social Services/and Nonprofit

Preferred Candidate

Career Level:	Mid Career
Degree:	Master's degree

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Date Posted: April 23, 2014 at 08:44AM

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Senior Access Librarian - Qatar Foundation