Erratum Assistant Librarian: Libraries _ MN3804/24

REQUIREMENTS

-Grade 12. -National Diploma in library science or Information Management or equivalent NQF 6 qualification will be an added advantage. -Code 08 Driver’s License. -Previous experience within a public library environment will be a strong recommendation. -Registered with LIASA will be an added advantage. -A highly motivated, self-disciplined individual. -Excellent communication, telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills. -Skills and competencies associated with vocation: adaptability, communication, assertiveness/leadership skills, conflict and stress management, negotiation skills, problem solving skills, office/diary management skills, strong administrative skills, writing and typing skills, attention to detail. -Proven knowledge of administration methods, principles, procedures and the application thereof within a public library environment. -Two (02) to Three (03) years’ relevant experience in a Public Library environment within a Local Government Authority.

DUTIES

-Provide an effective and professional library information service to the community. -Responsible for the preparation, filing, sorting and indexing of new and existing books. -Responsible for processing library information and statistics. -Responsible to assist with user guidance, study guidance and general enquiries. -Responsible for counter duty and receiving money for book fines and photocopy charges. -Maintain the physical quality of library material. -Maintain and update the library catalogue. -Perform any other Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

SALARY           R 246 336.00 p.a. – R 281 388,00 p.a. (Level 08 of a Grade 04 Local Authority)

Total package inclusive of all benefits: R 396 667,92 p.a.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS

CLOSING DATE: 25 OCTOBER 2024 AT 12:00

Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for positions on levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability).  Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources (016) 360-7435,7557,7569,7432. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.  If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

NB:  THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.