Auxiliar de Biblioteca – Gestión de Publicaciones Periódicas

About the role

The Panama Canal Authority seeks a Library Assistant to provide administrative support and library services, focusing on the management of periodicals, newspapers, and other serial collections. The role ensures users receive up‑to‑date, accurate information while maintaining the library’s physical and digital assets.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks, track work orders, and maintain library files.
• Manage circulation of printed and electronic periodicals, including magazines and journals.
• Organize, control, and preserve collections of newspapers, magazines, and other serials.
• Perform physical processing of books such as labeling, repairs, and special binding.
• Support acquisition of publications, equipment, and specialized materials; prepare statistical reports.
• Maintain databases and documentary records, ensuring information is current and accurate.
• Assist in inventory control and the safeguarding of bibliographic resources.

Required profile

• Panamanian nationality.
• Basic English proficiency (spoken, reading, writing).
• Completed high‑school diploma.
• At least two years of higher education in Library Science or a related field.
• Minimum six months of experience in administrative support, library services, document control, and information organization.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Internet research and use of specialized bibliographic databases.
• Experience with SharePoint for updating periodical information.
• Knowledge of filing, classification, and document‑management procedures.
• Familiarity with the Asset Administration System (SAA‑Máximo).