Librarian - Judicial Service of Ghana

The Judicial Service of Ghana is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates as Librarian

The successful candidate will be required to perform the following duties;

• search standard featured materials including online sources and internet in order to answer patrons reference questions.
• Analyse patrons request to determine needed information and assist in furnishing or locating that information.
• Explain the use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services and provide information about library policies.

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• review and evaluate resource materials, Such as book reviews and catalogues, in order to select and order print, audio-visual and electronic resources.
• Code, classify and catalogue books, publication, films, audio-visual aids and other library materials based on the subject matter of standard library classification system.
• Develop library policies and procedures.
• Evaluate materials to determine outdated or unused items to be discarded.
• Develop information access aid such as index and annotated, biography, web pages and electronic Pathfinders.
• Compile list of overdue materials and notify borrowers that their materials are overdue.
• Develop and index database that provides information for library users.
• Conduct legal research for patrons of the library.

 

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

• master’s degree in library and achiever studies from a recognised accredited institution.
• computer literacy in Microsoft Office application and use of the internet.
• Good communication and writing skills in English language.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• High-level integrity.

NOTE: Candidates must indicate tier region of choice. Candidates must show evidence of completion of National Service.