Deputy Librarian

Job Posting: Deputy Librarian Staff positions at Bharat Institutions

Institution Overview:

Bharat Institute of engineering and technology, an Autonomous Institute and a distinguished educational organization affiliated with JNTU Hyderabad, is located in the serene environs of Ibrahimpatnam, Hyderabad. Accredited by NAAC 'A' and NBA, and ranked by NIRF, we are committed to excellence in education, research, and industry collaboration. Non-teaching professionals are key to ensuring seamless operations, supporting students and faculty, and maintaining a conducive environment for learning. We invite applications from qualified and dedicated individuals to join our non-teaching staff team.

Position Summary

The Deputy Librarian supports the Librarian/Chief Librarian in managing library operations, supervising staff, and ensuring effective delivery of library services. They help develop policies, manage resources, support research activities, and oversee daily administrative and technical functions.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Librarian in planning and implementing library policies, procedures, and services

Supervise and guide library staff, including catalogers, assistants, and technical personnel

Manage library collections: acquisition, cataloging, classification, and weeding

Oversee digital library systems, databases, and automated library software (ILS)

Ensure smooth circulation services and patron support

Provide research assistance to students, faculty, and researchers

Organize library orientation, workshops, and user education programs

Manage budgets, prepare reports, and maintain library statistics

Ensure compliance with institutional and government guidelines

Support development of new library initiatives and technologies

Required Skills & Qualifications

Master’s in Library Science (MLIS/MLibSc) often required

Strong knowledge of cataloging systems (DDC, UDC, MARC21)

Leadership and staff management skills

Excellent communication and research support abilities