Assistant Librarian

About the role: The postholder will be responsible for supporting the development of print and digital resources across the Museum’s libraries and the delivery of high quality, customer-focussed library and heritage services including user education, cataloguing and appraisal. Key areas of responsibility: Maintain the organisation of the library including re-shelving and the location tracking of books, journals, and other library items. Finance administration, including liaising with suppliers, processing purchase orders and invoices, and budget monitoring. Assist with the acquisition, subscription, retention, preservation, and disposal of material. Support the delivery of library projects related to collection development, the Koha library management system, reader services, facilities, and communications. Support the development of user education services including guidance, induction and training on the resources and use of Museum library and digital resources in collaboration with the HR training team. Support the development of volunteer placements and the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers. Undertake any other relevant tasks as required. About you: Degree in librarianship or information management that is accredited by CILIP. Experience of working in a large specialist library or heritage research collection Experience of cataloguing to RDA/AACR2 and MARC standards on a major library management system Good customer service skills and experience of enquiry service or service point provision Experience of library user education provision Confident user of ICT Understanding of finance administration Experience of evaluating, selecting, and organising library resources Understanding of the importance of collection documentation and management policies Experience of working in a research-driven specialist or academic library environment Assistant librarian or library assistant Experience of working as part of a team Excellent oral and written communication skills Flexible Discretion and integrity Must be able to work without supervision. Commitment to team working.