Jamaica Library Service Vacancies

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies:

Job Purpose:
The incumbent is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of a stable enterprise class network and relational database management systems with relevant network based applications / systems that meets changing organization needs.

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Minimum Qualifications/Experience

University Degree in Library and Information Science, Computer Information System, Management Information System or a closely related discipline

  • Certification in one or more of the following would be an asset – Microsoft Certified, Database Administrator (MCDBA) or System Administrator (MCSA), Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Minimum of four (4) years experience with at least two (2) years system administration experience in a library system.

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Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

· University degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or any such related field.

· Excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills.

· Strong aptitude to appreciate artistic/creative output.

· Excellent analytical and interpretive skills

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Minimum Qualifications/ Experience

· Diploma or Certificate in Graphics Design

· 5 CXC or GCE O’ Level subjects including English Language and Information Technology

· One year experience in a similar position

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Minimum Qualifications/Experience

· Certificate in Administrative Management Level 2 from the Management Institute for National Development (MIND), or any equivalent programme

· Certificate in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution

· Five (5) subjects at CXC/GCE ‘O’ Level including English Language

· Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a similar environment

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Job Purpose:  

To support the human resource needs of the Agency efficiently, effectively and in accordance with the Agency and the government’s HR management policies and guidelines.

Key Outputs:

  • Human Resource management policies and strategies implemented
  • Manpower planning/strategies developed and implemented
  • Human Resource Management Information system managed
  • Duties of the delegation of function undertaken
  • Contribution to the strategic planning process made
  • Human Resource programmes and initiatives managed
  • Annual/Quarterly/Monthly Reports prepared
  • Individual work plan developed
  • Staff appraisals conducted

Minimum Required Education and Experience

  1. First Degree in Human Resource Management or Management Studies or closely related field 
  2. Five (5) years’ experience in a related position 
  3. Certificate in Supervisory Management

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Job Purpose:  

To assist the implementation of audit programmes and procedures designed to ensure the integrity of Agency operations and the adequacy of its internal systems of control.

Key Outputs:

  • Audit programme/schedule prepared
  • Working papers prepared
  • Internal audits conducted
  • Audit reports generated
  • Individual Work Plans developed
  • Compliance measures implemented
  • Progress Reports prepared
  • Contribution to the strategic planning process made

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JOB PURPOSE:     

To support and maintain in-house computer systems, desktops, and peripherals. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all hardware and equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance. The person will also troubleshoot problem areas in a timely and accurate manner, and provide end user training and assistance as required.     

KEY OUTPUTS:

  • New/existing computer systems/hardware installed and configured
  • Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks
  • Troubleshooting for systems/networking problems conducted
  • Customer service support provided
  • Test/evaluate new/existing technology
  • Recommend stakeholder device/technology specifications
  • Configure stakeholder phones, CUG and VOIPs
  • Meeting/conference setup and support
  • ICT service requests attended to
  • Individual workplans developed and submitted
  • Monthly reports developed submitted


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Job Purpose:     

Under the supervision of the Building & Maintenance Officer the Handyman maintains the grounds of the property, and performs other miscellaneous tasks, in order to maintain a clean and tidy environment.

Key Outputs:

  • Lawns cut and maintained
  • Grounds swept/raked
  • Garbage collected and emptied
  • Seedlings, materials loaded/unloaded
  • Office windows and fans cleaned
  • Department vehicles washed
  • Hedges and potted plants watered

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Job Purpose: 

To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Director Information Technology.

Key Outputs:

  • Office schedules and appointments maintained.
  • Incoming calls, visitors and correspondence processed.
  • Routine and official documents prepared.
  • Arrangements for meetings performed.
  • Minutes prepared
  • Filing system maintained.
  • Office inventories maintained.

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Job Purpose:

To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Director, Public Library Network.

Key Outputs:

  • Office schedules and appointments maintained.
  • Incoming calls, visitors and correspondence processed.
  • Routine and official documents prepared.
  • Arrangements for meetings performed.
  • Minutes prepared
  • Filing system maintained.
  • Office inventories maintained.

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Job Purpose:

To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Director, Public Library Network.

Key Outputs:

  • Office schedules and appointments maintained.
  • Incoming calls, visitors and correspondence processed.
  • Routine and official documents prepared.
  • Arrangements for meetings performed.
  • Minutes prepared
  • Filing system maintained.
  • Office inventories maintained.

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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications accompanied by resume should be submitted to the:

Director General
Jamaica Library Service
2 Tom Redcam Drive
P.O. Box 58, Kingston 5
or Email: dirgen@jls.gov.jm