Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Senior Library Officer (at the rank of Senior Officer)

Library

(Post Ref.: 26/146)

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of the Service Counter and oversee the management of learning facilities and public areas to maintain a professional and welcoming library environment
• Deliver frontline counter services, and resolve user enquiries and complaints via various communication channels
• Provide administrative support for the management of user records, collection maintenance, stack management, physical space and signage planning, and periodic inventory audits
• Develop and update operational manuals and compile statistical reports regarding payment records, resource and facilities usage
• Coordinate and manage workflows of resource sharing (interlibrary loan) services with local and international partners
• Manage the recruitment, training, and supervision of part-time staff and student helpers, as well as the management of all counter-related duty rosters
• Serve as the reliever for the Access Services Librarian during their absence, ensuring operational continuity and team leadership
• Shift duties in evenings, and on weekends and public holidays will be required
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Requirements

• A recognized university degree
• A good command of English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua
• Positive working attitude with a strong sense of responsibility and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Working experience in integrated library system operations, including Alma/ Primo systems

Candidates with less/more experience will also be considered for appointment at the relevant rank.

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure (online application only)

Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lingnan University is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moreover, the anti-discrimination laws in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (namely Sex Discrimination Ordinance, Disability Discrimination Ordinance, Family Status Discrimination Ordinance and Race Discrimination Ordinance) forbid discrimination and victimization in employment on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status, race and the like. It is unlawful to decide against a candidate on the aforesaid grounds.

Enquiries: recruit@LN.edu.hk