Senior Librarian

Job Description

**School Description:** At Hillwoods, we are dedicated to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on society. Our non-denominational, non-selective, mixed "community schools" are deeply rooted in the local community. We prioritize teaching our students not only robust problem-solving skills but also the ability to identify and address meaningful challenges that can benefit both our local and global communities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Librarian to join our team. As a librarian, you will perform a range of duties such as cataloguing library resources, maintaining library records, managing budgets, and planning book sales. For this position, you will have to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, as a great part of your job will involve interacting with the local community including parents, students, and young children. The ideal candidate should also possess in-depth knowledge of library database systems, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. Librarian Responsibilities: · Collecting and cataloging library resources including books, films, and publications. · Helping people locate reference and leisure reading materials. · Maintaining library records and ensuring they are up to date. · Performing regular audits of the information and inventory on file. · Educating patrons on how to properly search for information using the library databases. · Managing budgeting, planning, and employee activities. · Overseeing the check-out process for books and other resource materials. · Organizing and hosting book sales, author signings, and other reading events. · Clarifying the use of library amenities and providing information about library policies. · Ensuring the library meets the needs of precise groups of its users, including postgraduate students and disabled students. Librarian Requirements · A minimum of 5 years experience working in a public library. · Female candidate required for the post. · Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Library Science is preferred. · Excellent IT skills and knowledge of library databases. · Outstanding organizational and interpersonal communication skills. Job Types: Full-time, Contractual / Temporary Contract length: 12 months Pay: From ₹40,000.00 per month Schedule: Day shift Morning shift Ability to commute/relocate: Preet Vihar, Delhi, Delhi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person