Information Specialist, School of Business and Economics

Because where else but at the AUAS …

• Support your teaching and research, and provide our users with personalized assistance in finding the right sources among the vast array of information available.
• You work as part of a team, but you also have a lot of freedom to manage your own schedule.
• You'll have plenty of opportunities for professional growth and development.

Here's how you can make a difference

• You will ensure that the collection—both physical and digital—remains relevant and up-to-date for educational and research purposes;
• You will actively build a network of contacts within the faculty and academic programs, enabling you to stay informed about current developments and understand how the Library can contribute to high-quality education and research;
• You play an active role in developing the information literacy skills of students and staff;
• You will conduct training sessions on information and research skills for your programs and/or assist instructors in this regard;
• You provide information and advice to internal and external users about the library's services;
• You can specialize by participating in working groups within the Library (optional);
• You will contribute to the Library’s continued development in accordance with the guidelines set forth in the strategic plan. You will closely follow new developments in the field and see yourself as a partner in education and research;
• You will participate in local and national networks of information specialists and keep abreast of relevant developments both within and outside the AUAS.

Here's how you enrich our lives

No two employees at the AUAS are alike. So whoever you are, you’ll always be a valuable addition to our team. We’re looking for a colleague to join the Information Specialists team at the Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE). You’ll be working for two clusters within FBE: the Amsterdam School of International Business (AMSIB) and Commercial Economics (CE). The focus is on English-language programs.

You will be based at the Corry Tendeloohuis (CTH), where you will work alongside colleagues from Information Services and Campus Services. You will also be part of the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences’ (HvA) full team of Information Specialists.

You should also bring:

• College or university level of work and thinking. A degree in IDM or a related field is preferred;
• Strong social, communication, and advisory skills;
• Results-oriented and able to work independently and systematically;
• Networking skills; entrepreneurial, flexible, proactive, and customer-focused;
• Teaching and digital skills;
• Knowledge of search methods and techniques and the use of (economic and financial) databases;
• Experience with library and (digital) information systems;
• Accurate, efficient, analytical, and highly organized;
• Hands-on approach;
• Excellent command of spoken and written Dutch and English.

We realize that this position requires a great deal of knowledge and experience, but even if you don’t fully meet the requirements, please don’t hesitate to apply. We’re committed to investing in your personal growth.

What else you get

• A gross monthly salary between €3,091.78 and €4,085.57 (scale 8 of the higher professional education collective bargaining agreement);
• An end-of-year bonus of 8.3% and vacation pay of 8% of your gross annual salary;
• 428 vacation hours per year based on a 40-hour workweek;
• Entitlement to various types of leave, such as paid and unpaid parental leave, care leave, adoption and foster care leave, and arrangements for older employees;
• Depending on your situation, you can choose from one of the following options: a mileage allowance for your commute, an NS Business Card, an AUAS-provided bicycle, or a tax benefit when purchasing another bicycle. If you are unable to commute by private or public transportation—for example, due to a disability—we will work with you to explore the options;
• Plenty of opportunities for professional development, including through our own HvA Academy and Good Habitz’s online training courses;
• Discounts on a wide range of services. These include books, cultural courses, software and hardware, and certain types of insurance;
• We place a strong emphasis on your job satisfaction and work-life balance—as well as your well-being. For example, you can participate at a discounted rate in our sports activities designed specifically for AUAS employees or through the USC sports center. You can also take advantage of our (career) coaches and online tools designed to support your mental health;
• A good pension plan through ABP;
• A laptop and a phone. You’ll also receive a monthly internet allowance of €50.

View all our employment terms and customized options here.

Become our new Information Specialist for the Faculty of Business and Economics

• Please upload your cover letter and resume via the application button by November 19, 2023. And keep an eye on your inbox: we plan to conduct interviews during the week of November 6;
• Would you like to learn more about the position first? Peter Brinkmann, Team Leader of Information Services, can tell you all about it. Call or text 06 – 18 59 27 78, or email p.brinkmann@hva.nl;
• For more information about the application process, please email vacatures@hva.nl.