Librarians - Occupations - VTC Occupation Dictionary

Descriptions & Duties

Librarians administer libraries and perform related library services in a variety of organisations. They collect, select, develop, organise and maintain library collections and materials. They are also responsible for formulating and implementing library policies to ensure proper use of library facilities, resources and services; and developing and maintaining databases that provide library information for library users.

Generic Competencies

Physical abilities

Technology
skills

Cognitive
abilities

Comprehension and expression

Social skills

Organisation and execution skills

Problem
solving skills

Management
skills

Physical Abilities

Physical abilities

Physical strength
Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity

Importance:1 (Max:5)

Skill is rarely required

Technology Skills

Technology skills

Computer literacy
Application of technology

Importance:3 (Max:5)

Skill is basically required

Cognitive Abilities

Cognitive abilities

Creativity
Visualisation
Logical thinking

Importance:3 (Max:5)

Skill is basically required

Comprehension And Expression

Comprehension and expression skills

Reading comprehension
Oral / written expression

Importance:4 (Max:5)

Skill is frequently required

Social Skills

Social skills

Communication
Negotiation
Persuasion

Importance:3 (Max:5)

Skill is basically required

Organisation And Execution Skills

Organisation and execution skills

Planning
Organising
Judgement
Decision making

Importance:4 (Max:5)

Skill is frequently required

Problem Solving Skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently

Importance:4 (Max:5)

Skill is frequently required

Management Skills

Management skills

Leadership
Management of finance / time / people / other resources

Importance:5 (Max:5)

Skill is required all the time

Trade Specific Competencies

Professional knowledge and skills in library and information management

Librarians must be able to apply professional knowledge and skills in library and information management to operate a library.

General Requirements

Academic qualification

normally have a recognised university degree or a postgraduate degree in library science, librarianship, information management or information science and technology

Professional qualification

being Member of Hong Kong Library Association is preferable

Experience

normally, at least 8 years' work experience in library or resource centre management are required, preferably with no less than 3 years in a leading or supervisory position