Collection Development and Management Librarian (at the rank of Manager), Library

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:
Collection Development and Management Librarian (at the rank of Manager)
Library
(Post Ref.: 25/222)

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Collection Development and Management Team
• Supervise the operations of collection, acquisitions, subscriptions and renewals of all types and formats of library resources to ensure its efficient operations, including direct staff supervision, training and budget management
• Plan and monitor library materials budgets and expenditures to ensure its cost-effective use and the development of fit-for-purposes collections for the Library
• Negotiate price and license terms effectively with library resource vendors
• Review, formulate and implement policies and procedures for collection development and management
• Forster productive working relationships with academics and researchers on their library materials needs and recommendations, and to liaise internally for collection development
• Handle the full life-cycle of library materials from acquisition, promotion to weeding, and the collection of related pricing and usage statistics
• Represent the Library in internal and external committees, such as JULAC’s Consortiall
• Perform counter and shift duties on a regular basis, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Requirements

• A recognized professional qualification in Librarianship (MLS or equivalent)
• About 10 years of relevant working experience in collection development and management, preferably in academic libraries
• Sound knowledge of the current and emerging trends in the publishing industry and collection development practices, IT in collection development and contractual understanding of commercial licenses
• A very good command of English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, supervision and project management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, independently and in teams
• Work experience of Alma / Primo Systems, will be an advantage

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)
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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.