The Office of Information, Knowledge and Library Services (OIKLS) at Nanyang Technological University Singapore seeks a passionate individual to transform library spaces to meet evolving needs of users and to maintain a conducive physical environment for learning and research. Reporting to Head, Library Services Division, the individual will also champion workplace health and safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and conceptualize library space transformation to address evolving needs of library users.
• Conduct user studies and environmental scanning to inform space planning and conceptualization.
• Lead in projects, monitor project progress, and resolve roadblocks.
• Analyse space usage data to identify ways to optimize impact.
• Forecast and track budget and manpower resources for space transformation projects.
• Oversee all library and office spaces to ensure cleanliness and that facilities are in working order.
• Serve as key point of contact with ODFM on all facility matters including compliance.
• Develop a set of SOPs for effective maintenance of all facilities and make sure that they are being followed.
• Organize training for all library staff on proper use of facilities and equipment.
• Lead library’s effort to align and meet organisational workplace health and safety goals.
• Act as key liaison with OHS for library.
• Lead compliance efforts by chairing the Library’s Health and Safety Committee.
• Plan and organize programmes for all library staff to raise safety awareness.
• Lead safety audit preparation and participation.
• Contribute to SASD’s compliance efforts by participating in the SASD Health and Safety committee.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in information studies or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS).
• Good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Forms.
• Familiarity with principles of space planning and design.
• Good knowledge of safety regulations and standards relevant to public spaces and workspaces.
• Good knowledge of library operations.
• 5 years of working experience in academic, research or special libraries.
• Experience in workplace safety practices adoption.
• Data analytic skills to interpret data and draw insights.
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize work well.
• Good presentation and training delivery skills.
• Good project management skills.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.