The main duties of a Senior Librarian include:
 

1. Library development and provision of strategic information services to meet the unique needs of LegCo Members and LegCo Secretariat staff;
2. formulating library collection development and management policies to ensure the printed and other library materials (e.g. e-books and databases) are timely and relevant to the wide range of government policy areas;
3. formulating alternative and flexible cataloguing and coding systems for library materials, with a focus on the materials on major government policy areas;
4. applying emerging technologies and innovative solutions to enhance library and information services;
5. developing and implementing thematic exhibitions of the Library;
6. supervising the production of short research notes of the Library for promotion and publicity; and
7. staff management including guiding and training the Librarians and supporting staff of the Library.
    

1. a recognized university degree or a postgraduate degree in Library Science, Information Science or Information Management, or equivalent;
2. at least nine years’ post-qualification work experience in library, digital repository or information services (preferably in academic institutions or the public sector), including at least three years in a supervisory or managerial position. Applicants with exceptional potential but less than nine years’ relevant experience may also be considered and, if appointed, will be offered an appropriate salary point below the minimum point of the salary scale;
3. comprehensive hands-on library experience, including technical processing, user access and engagement, collection development and management, as well as library budget management;
4. hands-on experience in e-resources, web applications and development of integrated library systems;
5. good knowledge of application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence;
6. an excellent command of written and spoken Chinese and English, with proficiency in Putonghua; and
7. strong communication, interpersonal, project management and change management skills.

All candidates should be willing to work beyond normal office hours and on holidays when needed.

The Secretariat may devise further criteria to shortlist applicants. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a written test.
 

The starting salary is $82,330 per month, increasing by 10 annual increments to $119,650. There is also a monthly cash allowance for the rank of Senior Librarian (the current rate is $12,995 per month). Incremental credit may be granted to a successful candidate with additional recognized relevant experience. The successful candidate will be appointed on three-year agreement terms subject to renewal upon satisfactory completion of service, at which the appointee will be eligible for an end-of-agreement gratuity. The gratuity, when added to the employer’s contribution to a Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme, is equal to 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the agreement period. Fringe benefits include paid leave as well as medical and dental benefits.

The Secretariat only accepts online applications for the above position. Applicants should apply online at https://www.legco.gov.hk/en/about-legco/career-opportunities.html on or before 15 July 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or by phone. All personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants not invited for interview or written test within eight weeks from the closing date may assume their applications unsuccessful.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Legislative Council Commission is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination in employment with the Secretariat. The post advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirements irrespective of their disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race.

Please note that the Secretariat has not authorized any employment agencies or third-party organizations to receive applications on behalf of the Secretariat.