Advertisement for the Position of Senior Library Assistant

(Not applicable to current MP-IDSA employees applying for the post.)

·         Computer Knowledge of MS- Office and library software.

·         Skilled in the usage of advanced library management software.

·         Knowledge of managing hybrid library with knowledge of electronic resources / databases, use of modern information tools and experience of providing top grade research oriented library services.

·         Excellent communication skills.

·         Acquisition, accessioning, cataloguing, classification, indexing, abstracting, and processing of library resources.

·         Management of print and electronic resources, including books, journals, databases, and digital library systems.

·         Maintenance and updating of library databases, Web-OPAC, and other library software.

·         Provision of reference, bibliography, Current Awareness Service (CAS), Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI), document delivery, and inter-library loan services.

·         Assisting users in accessing and utilizing library resources, databases, and online information systems.

·         Managing circulation activities, including issue/return of materials, borrower registration, and overdue reminders.

·         Conducting stock verification and maintaining library records and reports.

·         Supporting library outreach activities, exhibitions, book fairs, and institutional projects.

·         Performing any other duties assigned by the Institute from time to time.

·         Ability to attend to detail

·         Work under strict deadlines

·         Flair for team work

2.    Certificates in original are to be produced in support of educational and age eligibility (and category, if applicable) at the time of interview.

3.    Education qualification will be calculated as on last date of submission of application.

4.    Shortlisted outstation candidates will be paid AC- III tier rail fare on production of tickets, by the shortest route

5.    The Institute reserves the right to increase/ decrease the number of positions as also fill or not to fill any or all the positions advertised, based on the Institute’s requirements.

6.    The Institute reserves the right to offer a higher/lower position to a candidate who has been interviewed, based on his /her aptitude and Institute’s requirement, proviso to the required vacancy existing at the Institute (category wise), on the date of interview, and the candidate’s consent.

7.    The Institute reserves the right to cancel recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason.

8.    The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for written test / interview. Where the number of applications received in response to an advertisement is large and it will not be convenient or possible to called for written test / interview all the candidates, the Institute, at its discretion, may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications / experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement and other academic achievements and feedback on past performance.

9.    The Institute reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate(s) at any stage in the process of selection in case any inadvertent mistake is detected even after issue of appointment letter.

10. The Institute reserves the right to alter/insert any corrections/additions in the advertisement/ website in the event of any typographical error etc. before the last date prescribed for the receipt of applications, for which the candidates are advised to be in the lookout for announcements on the Institute’s website under ‘Join Us’ tab.

11. MP-IDSA reserves the right to relax the prescribed qualifications for candidates found more suitable for the position with relevant experience and expertise in the specified field.

12. PwD candidates applying against UR vacancies are allowed age relaxation as applicable to UR (PwD) only.

13. In case a candidate joins the Institute accepting the Terms and Conditions contained herein, she/he will be required to give an undertaking in writing that she/he will not apply for any appointment or course, part-time or full-time, without obtaining the written permission from the competent authority of the Institute. Also, while in service of the Institute, she/he will not engage in any trade or business or undertake any other full-time or part- time appointment.

14. The selected candidate shall be subjected to other rules and regulations as applicable to MP-IDSA Scholars and Staff

15. The job description/ duties and responsibilities listed are intended to describe the general nature of the role. The duties and responsibilities and the balance between the elements in the role may change or vary over time depending on the specific needs of the Institute at a specific point in time or due to changing needs of the Centre. Candidates should note that there may not be an immediate requirement to carry out all the activities.

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