Durban University of Technology (DUT) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated students to join the Library Services Department as Student Library Assistants in the Circulation and Library Information Technology sections.
This is an exciting opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience while supporting library operations at DUT campuses in Durban (DBN) and Pietermaritzburg (PMB).
Student Library Assistant Vacancy Overview
- Location: Durban University of Technology, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Division: Teaching & Learning
- Business Unit: Library Services
- Industry: Education Management
- Job Function: Education
- Employment Equity (EE): Only open to EE candidates
Closing Date: 04 February 2025
Positions Available
1. Student Library Assistant: Circulation
Location: Durban (DBN) and Pietermaritzburg (PMB)
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with circulation-related duties, including borrowing and returning books
- Providing basic information services and responding to directional queries
- Shelving books and conducting shelf-reading
2. Student Library Assistant: Library Information Technology
Location: Riverside Campus
Responsibilities:
- Assisting students with basic IT-related queries
- Supporting post-graduate students with research-related assistance
- Providing guidance in the research commons
Minimum Requirements
Education Requirement:
- Currently registered DUT students in their 3rd year and above
Preference:
- Candidates registered for Library & Information Studies and post-graduate programs will be given preference
Knowledge Requirements:
- Familiarity with computer library systems such as FOLIO, Symphony, etc.
Special Requirements:
- Must be available after hours, including weekends
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to handle conflicts constructively
- Physical stamina and ability to move around frequently
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in all circulation-related tasks
- Provide support for basic IT-related queries
- Assist post-graduate students with research and information support
- Help in shelving and shelf-reading books
- Respond to basic information and directional queries
Employment Duration & Salary
Employment Period: 10 February – 19 December 2025
Salary: R80 per hour
Application Process
Contact Person: Mr. Sugen Patchappan
Tel: 031 373 2600
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter (Indicating preferred campus: DBN or PMB)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified Copies of Academic Certificates & ID
Email Application To: sugenp@dut.ac.za
Alternatively, Hand Deliver To:
- Durban Campus: Steve Biko Campus, Gate 2 Tromso Building, 3rd Floor
- Pietermaritzburg Campus: Indumiso Administration Building (Human Resources Department)
Deadline: 04 February 2025
Why Apply for This Position?
- Gain valuable work experience in a professional academic setting
- Develop customer service & communication skills
- Opportunity to work with modern library technology
- Earn extra income while studying
- Enhance your research and information management skills
Final Thoughts
The Student Library Assistant position at DUT offers students a great chance to work part-time while gaining valuable experience. If you are passionate about library services, technology, and assisting fellow students, this is a perfect opportunity for you. Apply before the closing date on 04 February 2025.
