Librarian/Senior Librarian

1 week ago


Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $60,000 - $180,000 per year

Nanyang Polytechnic

Fixed Terms

Closing on 16 Sep 2025

What the role is

NYP Library is seeking Librarian/Senior Librarian to support the management and provision of library resources and services for the NYP community to meet their teaching and learning needs.

What you will be working on

  • Administer, manage and enhance library management systems, including discovery search system, resource proxy system, library website, IT security and related functions.
  • Plan, coordinate and perform collection development and management functions to facilitate provision of resources.
  • Curate resources to provide industry insights and develop contents on various subject areas to meet teaching, learning and research needs.
  • Subject Resource Librarian to engage Schools/Departments and support their information and curriculum requirements such as curation, information/digital literacy training, etc.
  • Administer, manage and enhance frontline circulation services.
  • Coordinate, maintain and oversee physical and electronic records/files to support NYP records management functions.
  • Develop and deliver digital and physical library events, training sessions and promotional activities to foster collaboration between NYP Library and stakeholders.
  • Lead and/or participate in projects, task forces and committees in support of NYP/library initiatives.
  • Recommend solutions to streamline workflows for efficiency and perform any other related duties as assigned.

What we are looking for

  • Relevant qualification in Library and/or Information Science, preferably with knowledge of library management systems, basic programming (e.g. HTML, XML, Java, Python), PC/server maintenance, MS Window operating system and software applications, project coordination and management, system integration, networking fundamentals.
  • At least 3 to 4 years of experience, preferably in library field.
  • Proficiency with tools and technologies to support new digital initiatives will be an added advantage.
  • Good problem solving and analytical skills
  • Effective team player who is detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
  • Good engagement, communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills.

About Nanyang Polytechnic

Nanyang Polytechnic is committed to providing quality education and training to prepare our graduates for life and work, equipping them to contribute to the technological, economic and social development of Singapore. Nanyang Polytechnic will harness our resources and expertise to offer manpower development programmes and services to business and industry in support of Singapore's national development.

About your application process

This job is closing on 16 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Nanyang Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.



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