Vacancy: College Librarian - Shannon

Maternity leave cover: mid July 2013 - March 2014

The key role of the post holder is to manage the Shannon College of Hotel Management Library by; developing, managing and delivering to a standard of excellence, professional information support for learning, teaching and assessment to the 25 staff and 400 students of the College. To actively support and advance the colleges research capability and reputation. As a Recognised College of the National University of Ireland (NUI), Shannon College works very closely with NUI Galway, as our constituent university.

Further information is available on the Shannon College website.

Requirements

• A degree plus a recognised qualification in Librarianship, Information Studies or Information Science.
• Significant relevant work experience in an academic (preferably 3rd level) environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and presentation skills.
• Excellent IT skills.

Salary Scales

Asst. Librarian 2: 35,861.00 x 7 = 44,373 p.a. (pro rata)

Application

Application forms and further details on the job specifications are available from Kate OConnell - kateoconnell@shannoncollege.com

Candidates should submit 4 hard copies of their application (i.e. covering letter, curriculum vitae and application form) with the names of at least three referees to:

Kate OConnell, Registrar, Shannon College of Hotel Management, Shannon Co. Clare

Tel. +353 61 712363; E-mail: kateoconnell@shannoncollege.com

Closing date for receipt of applications is: 12 Noon Tuesday 4th June 2013.