Principal Librarian
Retail
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma / Degree in Library Science or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA.
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in Library Service, Information Systems and general administrative.
- Knowledge of Library and Information Science matters, Prescripts and Legislations, procedures and processes and Library Services.
- within court environment and a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
- All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements.
- Knowledge and skills: Planning, organising and control skills, good written and oral communication skills, problem solving and decision-making skills, customer Service, interpersonal skills, information technology, ability to work under pressure, language proficiency, conflict management and supervisory skills.
Responsibilities
- Render an effective and efficient Library and Information services to the users of the library,
- manage the Library and Information systems,
- assist with book selection for the library and Chambers, classify and catalogue the Western Cape Division of the High Court’s Library material. render a reference and information service for the Western Cape Division of the High Court’s Library,
- monitor the Library budget and give inputs to the library budget, market and promote the Library Services,
- perform administration and supervisory services,
- perform any other court-related work required to improve the efficiency of the Western Cape Division of the High Court and
- perform asset management services i.r.o. the library books in the High Court.
