Librarian

Position Title: Librarian
Reporting To: Principal
Location: Hanumant High School (CBSE), Mahuva, Bhavnagar, Gujarat

Position Summary

The Librarian will be responsible for the effective management and administration of the Library and Learning Resource Centre (LRC). This includes curating, organizing, and maintaining learning resources; conducting LRC sessions for students; fostering a culture of reading and research; and coordinating library-related events and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the school library/LRC.
• Manage acquisition, cataloguing, classification, and circulation of books, e-resources, and digital content.
• Ensure accessibility of resources to students and staff, both physical and digital.
• Maintain an updated and diverse collection
• Plan and conduct LRC sessions to enhance students’ reading, research, and referencing skills.
• Design engaging reading programs, book clubs, author interactions, and literary activities.
• Guide students and faculty in using reference materials, databases, and research tools.
• Support teachers in integrating library resources into classroom teaching.
• Manage budget allocation for library resources, subscriptions, and events.
• Collaborate with external vendors, publishers, and educational bodies for resource procurement and partnerships.
• Promote library as a knowledge hub for students, faculty, and parents.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in library management systems, cataloguing standards, and digital platforms.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct engaging LRC sessions and workshops.
• Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Passion for reading, literature, and promoting knowledge-sharing.

Qualification & Experience

• Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Library & Information Science (M.Lib/B.Lib) or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in schools.
• Proven experience in managing a school library/LRC and conducting literacy/reading programs.
• Familiarity with digital learning tools and educational technologies.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹38,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bhavnagar, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person