Librarian (CB2-1) at South African Department of Correctional Services

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Library and Information Sciences/ Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic Training/ / Induction Training Course (ITC).
• 10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post (CB 1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate.

DUTIES :

• Supervision and marketing of the prison library services. Implementation and maintenance of administrative control system regarding the issuing/receiving of books/periodicals.
• Obtaining of new books/periodicals. Returning of books/periodicals to provincial libraries. Render library education programs to the offenders.
• Advise readers on the use of the library. Obtain inter-library loans for students. Assist students with the sourcing of documentation.
• Ordering of intellectual material for students (also video and sound material). Manage resources.