Library Officer (Cataloguing and Library Operations)

Library & Archives Solutions Pte Ltd (LAAS), incorporated in 2000, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Library Board (NLB) of Singapore.

LAAS provides a comprehensive and integrated suite of library and archives solutions that enable innovation and transformation. Our service offering includes providing professional manpower services, capability development, consulting, and digitization solutions. We work closely with clients to enhance service delivery, improve operational efficiency, build organizational capabilities, and harness digital technologies to better serve their communities.

We welcome driven, motivated, and passionate individuals to join our close-knit team and contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference.

Responsibilities

The Library Officer (Cataloguing & Library Operations) supports the effective delivery of library services by managing both cataloguing and day-to-day library operations. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate and accessible library collections, providing quality customer service, supporting library programmes and promotions, and ensuring the smooth operation of library facilities. The Library Officer also contributes to maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming library environment, while providing operational support during events, emergencies, and other service needs.

You will cover the areas below:

1.     Cataloguing & Collection Management

Manage the cataloguing of library collections in accordance with current industry standards, best practices, and agreed project schedules.

2.     Patron Services & Library Operations

Provide quality customer service, assist with library resources, and handle first-level Library Management System (LMS) and Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) support.  Support daily circulation and library opening/closing to keep operations running smoothly.  Provide logistics and operational support for VIP visits, library events, special programmes, assisting with distribution of publications and other operational support.

3.     Library Programmes & Special Projects

Support and promote library collections and services through book displays, posters, and social media initiatives, while encouraging greater utilization of library resources and fostering community engagement.

4.     Digitization Project

Support digitization project by preparing inventory listings and materials, including handling fragile paper, photographic formats, and other media.

5.     Facilities, Safety & Security

Maintain a safe, secure, and well-maintained library environment by working closely with facilities management team to ensure the proper functioning of library facilities and equipment.

Requirements

• A recognized diploma, preferably in either Library Management & Curation / Information Sciences / Certificate in Library Management, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in library operations and/or cataloguing.

• Proficient in using computer applications and able to learn library management systems. Basic proficiency in Photoshop is an advantage.

• Ability to operate and handle scanning and other equipment is an advantage.

• Proactive, service-oriented individual with strong interpersonal, organization, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Able to work independently and collaboratively to deliver efficient library services while maintaining high standards of collection management, operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

• Able to perform the physical duties related to shelving books, and handling library materials, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

The successful candidate will be appointed into a position commensurate with his/her work experience.

Interested applicants are invited to submit your detailed resume, and contact details to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.