Faculty Librarian, (Business, Economics and Education)

Job no:  0061076
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UOM 9 - $134,320 - $139,749 p.a. plus 17% super

• Library leadership opportunity. 
• Lead stakeholder engagement, forging effective partnerships to deliver innovative services and strategic initiatives. 
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!  

About the Role
As a Faculty Librarian, you'll lead collaboration with Faculties and Schools to enhance library services and resources that support research, learning, and teaching. Your role involves partnering with key faculty stakeholders, including academics and professional staff, to design programs aligned with University priorities. Leading a team of librarians, you'll ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable initiatives that align with research and teaching goals. Your collaborative efforts will extend to various programs, including Library Services & Spaces, Research & Collections, and Scholarly Development, contributing to the university's strategic directions. 

This position focuses on the business, economics, and education disciplines and is primarily based at the Parkville campus.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and directing libraryliaison services for business, economics, and education disciplines, advancing the University and faculty's strategic teaching, learning, and research objectives. 
• Leading strategic stakeholder-library engagement, forging partnerships with academics, researchers, Scholarly Services colleagues, and professional staff. 
• Developing and delivering effective services and strategic initiatives collaboratively. 
• Leading the team of liaison librarians, emphasising effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement.  

Who we are looking for
We’re looking for an experienced librarian with a proven ability for strategic thinking and innovation. You will have a track record of leveraging technology, initiating innovative library programs, and forging strategic partnerships. If you have a passion for leading collaborative teams, implementing workplace change, and envisioning long-term library strategies, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of our dynamic and responsive library services.

You will also have:

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, along with substantial management experience or an equivalent blend of education and relevant practical experience.
• Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, along with substantial management experience or an equivalent blend of education and relevant practical experience. 
• Eligibility for associate membership in the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). 
• Extensive experience in efficiently managing library services within higher education, encompassing the development of library collections and enhancing information research skills across diverse university audiences. 
• Proven capacity to effectively build relationships and negotiate with a range of stakeholders. 

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.

This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team –  Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation.  This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.

What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!

The University of Melbourne
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Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and relevant experience

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Maddison Ryan via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

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