Library Assistant II
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LocationHong Kong
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 4d ago
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Completed secondary education
Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English; OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English)
Demonstrated experience in IT applications, e.g. MS Office and Chinese word-processing
Excellent command in both written and spoken English and Chinese
Ability to organize and prioritize work with accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and communicate effectively
Proactive and committed attitude, with a keen interest in culture, heritage, and history
At least 2 years’ work experience in academic institutes
Knowledge of archival principles and practices and prior experience working with archival collections
Skills
MS Office
Chinese word-processing
The Chinese University of Hong Kong Library
Library Assistant II
About the role
The Chinese University of Hong Kong Library invites applications for a Library Assistant II.
Responsibilities
The appointee will be assigned to University Archives in CUHK Library. Duties include (a) sorting, organising, arranging, and rehousing archival materials in accordance with established procedures; (b) carrying out basic preservation work for archival materials as assigned; © providing support to projects related to digitisation, exhibition, or archival descriptions; (d) handling research enquiries and participating in outreach activities; (e) supporting daily operation of the University Archives and CUHK History Gallery; (f) performing general clerical duties; and (g) other tasks as assigned. Shift duties in the evenings, at weekends or on holidays at library helpdesks are required.
Requirements
Applicants should have (i) completed secondary education; (ii) Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English (Syllabus B, or at least Grade C in Syllabus A); OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English): Level 2 or above in NSS subjects; “Attained” or above in ApL subjects (subject to a maximum of 2subjects); Grade E or above in Other Language subjects; (iii) demonstrated experience in IT applications, e.g. MS Office and Chinese word-processing; (iv) an excellent command in both written and spoken English and Chinese; (v) the ability to organize and prioritize work with accuracy and attention to detail; (vi) the ability to work independently and collaboratively and communicate effectively; (vii) a proactive and committed attitude, with a keen interest in culture, heritage, and history; and (viii) at least 2 years’ work experience in academic institutes. Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of archival principles and practices and prior experience working with archival collections.
Hiring process
Applicants must submit copies of HKCEE/HKDSE certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.
Benefits
Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity, renewable subject to mutual agreement.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
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