Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

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We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Library :

Senior Assistant Librarian (Collection Development and Management) (LIB) (Ref: 25001PL)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

Overseeing operations of the Library Collection Development and Management Division, including planning, managing, and coordinating functions related to acquisitions, subscriptions, contract and price negotiations, cataloguing and classification, usage analysis, as well as selection and deselection of materials for the library collection;
Assisting in the planning, monitoring, and management of the library materials budget;
Contributing to the formulation, implementation, and review of policies and procedures related to collection development and management to ensure efficiency and effectiveness;
Coordinating the Library Subject Teams for academic liaison and collection development activities;
Fostering a positive work culture that promotes collaboration, synergy and continuous improvement;
Representing the Library on internal and external committees; and
Performing any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or his/her nominee(s).

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

A recognized university degree and a professional library qualification (e.g. AALIA, ALA, MCLIP, MLIS or equivalent);
Substantial years of relevant experience in academic libraries;
Demonstrated broad knowledge of traditional and electronic library resources, services and technologies;
Strong knowledge of, and experience with, integrated library systems, discovery services, OpenURL link resolvers, and professional tools for collection development and management;
Proven administrative ability and excellent leadership skills;
Proven ability to work effectively with faculty and students to enhance library resources and services that support research, teaching and learning;
Flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive commitment to responding to rapidly changing needs; and
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Chinese.

Applicants with less relevant experience may be considered for appointment as Assistant Librarian I.

Candidates may be invited to attend a written test.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

Closing date of application: 22 August 2025

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in July - August 2025 need not re-apply.)

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