providing a research infrastructure and developing a culture of
inquiry across the Saint John of God Hospitaller Services Group. Our
mission is to support the Hospitaller Services Group in achieving a
service informed by research which will identify, respond to and
support the needs of all individuals in the manner of Saint John of
God. The Research Foundation funds research into mental health,
intellectual disability and old age. The Company also supports
research throughout Saint John of God Services through its Research
Department and Library & Information Services. We advocate for the
men, women and children who use our services, we share research
findings and we facilitate professional training through our annual
conferences and seminar series.? _
JOB DESCRIPTION
Head of Library Services
(Fixed Term Contract **Apply on the website** months)
EMPLOYER St John of God Research Foundation, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin.
LOCATION
Saint John of God Hospital, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin
Saint John of God Lucena Clinic Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Services, Rathgar, Dublin
REPORTING TO: General Manager of SJOG Research Foundation, Dr Lesley
O?Hara
PROPOSED START DATE: 1st July **Apply on the website**
THE ROLE
The role of the Librarian is to manage and develop services, both in
the physical library and on-line via the Library website. The Library
service caters to over 2,**Apply on the website** users, in various
locations. The scope of the Library covers Adult Mental Health, Child
and Adolescent Mental Health, and Intellectual Disabilities. The
Librarian provides timely access to up-to-date information. It is a
proactive and responsive service which will evolve and change over
time to reflect the needs of library users.
_QUALIFICATIONS:_
* Hold a professional qualification in Library and Information
Science. Either a degree in LIS or a primary degree with a post
graduate MSC. in Librarianship or a similar qualification.
_KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL):_
* Have 5 years experience in a Health Science or Academic Library and
at least 2 years in a senior library management role
* Have experience in database searching
* Have experience in reviewing and negotiating Licensing Agreements
with Publishers and/or Subscription Agents
* Have experience using? library management software
* Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Have a high capacity for responsibility and individual initiative
_DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_
* Take responsibility for the library content and development of a
collection policy for the library regarding purchases and management
of the online journal collection. Monitor usage and adjust
acquisitions to reflect optimum value for money.
* Manage orders, print books, eBooks, journals and other items.?
* Manage the yearly library budget.
* Take a proactive approach to marketing the library service within
St. John of God Services.
* Be part of the induction process for new staff as requested.
* Represent the Library on Committees e.g. Research Advisory
Committee
* Provide assistance to staff carrying out Research.
* Flexibility: Can operate flexibly within a busy environment; can
shift focus when required.
* Motivated: Display a ?can-do? attitude, be committed to SJOG
Research Foundation; demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the role.
_DESIRABLE CRITERIA:_
Knowledge of archiving and developing institutional repositories is
desirable.
APPLICATION PROCESS
TO APPLY: Please apply by sending your CV and Covering Letter to
**Apply on the website** by deadline June **Apply on the website**th
**Apply on the website**.
CLOSING DATE: The closing date for applications is **Apply on the
website**th June **Apply on the website** at 5pm.
INTERVIEW DATE: It is anticipated that interviews will take place on
the **Apply on the website**st June **Apply on the website**.
START DATE: The successful applicant will commence their role on the
1st July **Apply on the website** (This date is flexible).
INFORMAL QUERIES: Queries can be sent to the General Manager, SJOG
Research Foundation, Dr Lesley O?Hara (cc **Apply on the website**).
_The Saint John of God Research Foundation clg is dedicated to
providing a research infrastructure and developing a culture of
inquiry across the Saint John of God Hospitaller Services Group. Our
mission is to support the Hospitaller Services Group in achieving a
service informed by research which will identify, respond to and
support the needs of all individuals in the manner of Saint John of
God. The Research Foundation funds research into mental health,
intellectual disability and old age. The Company also supports
research throughout Saint John of God Services through its Research
Department and Library & Information Services. We advocate for the
men, women and children who use our services, we share research
findings and we facilitate professional training through our annual
conferences and seminar series.? _
JOB DESCRIPTION
Head of Library Services
(Fixed Term Contract **Apply on the website** months)
EMPLOYER St John of God Research Foundation, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin.
LOCATION
Saint John of God Hospital, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin
Saint John of God Lucena Clinic Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Services, Rathgar, Dublin
REPORTING TO: General Manager of SJOG Research Foundation, Dr Lesley
O?Hara
PROPOSED START DATE: 1st July **Apply on the website**
THE ROLE
The role of the Librarian is to manage and develop services, both in
the physical library and on-line via the Library website. The Library
service caters to over 2,**Apply on the website** users, in various
locations. The scope of the Library covers Adult Mental Health, Child
and Adolescent Mental Health, and Intellectual Disabilities. The
Librarian provides timely access to up-to-date information. It is a
proactive and responsive service which will evolve and change over
time to reflect the needs of library users.
_QUALIFICATIONS:_
* Hold a professional qualification in Library and Information
Science. Either a degree in LIS or a primary degree with a post
graduate MSC. in Librarianship or a similar qualification.
_KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL):_
* Have 5 years experience in a Health Science or Academic Library and
at least 2 years in a senior library management role
* Have experience in database searching
* Have experience in reviewing and negotiating Licensing Agreements
with Publishers and/or Subscription Agents
* Have experience using? library management software
* Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Have a high capacity for responsibility and individual initiative
_DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_
* Take responsibility for the library content and development of a
collection policy for the library regarding purchases and management
of the online journal collection. Monitor usage and adjust
acquisitions to reflect optimum value for money.
* Manage orders, print books, eBooks, journals and other items.?
* Manage the yearly library budget.
* Take a proactive approach to marketing the library service within
St. John of God Services.
* Be part of the induction process for new staff as requested.
* Represent the Library on Committees e.g. Research Advisory
Committee
* Provide assistance to staff carrying out Research.
* Flexibility: Can operate flexibly within a busy environment; can
shift focus when required.
* Motivated: Display a ?can-do? attitude, be committed to SJOG
Research Foundation; demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the role.
_DESIRABLE CRITERIA:_
Knowledge of archiving and developing institutional repositories is
desirable.
APPLICATION PROCESS
TO APPLY: Please apply by sending your CV and Covering Letter to
**Apply on the website** by deadline June **Apply on the website**th
**Apply on the website**.
CLOSING DATE: The closing date for applications is **Apply on the
website**th June **Apply on the website** at 5pm.
INTERVIEW DATE: It is anticipated that interviews will take place on
the **Apply on the website**st June **Apply on the website**.
START DATE: The successful applicant will commence their role on the
1st July **Apply on the website** (This date is flexible).
INFORMAL QUERIES: Queries can be sent to the General Manager, SJOG
Research Foundation, Dr Lesley O?Hara (cc **Apply on the website**).
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
