Library Site Services Assistant

• 1 x part time (17.5), fixed term until 13 December 2024 – Conservatorium Library
• Bring a positive approach to our client-focused team working in a busy academic library
• Base Salary $67K + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

As Site Services Assistant, you will support students, staff, and community members in their use of the full range of information services offered by the library at various sites.

Your key responsibilities (working in a team setting) will be to:

• deliver high-quality assistance at service points, online and via telephone by using your excellent customer service skills
• ensure that clients identify the information they require to support their learning, teaching, and research needs
• maintain the collection and provide administrative support to an area of service delivery, for example resource sharing or unit of study reading lists.

Flexibility is essential, with staff working across the various library locations and delivering service to support opening, closing and weekend hours. This role will work across campuses, including Camperdown/Darlington and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music campus. The University Library reserves the right to transfer or rotate the location of this position to any of its Library sites based on workloads, professional development, or business needs. Experience working in a library or learning support environment is desirable.

About you

• has a track record of great client service and a positive attitude towards teamwork and achieving group goals
• is a good problem solver and can prioritise work during busy periods
• keeps an eye on the important detail
• uses initiative and exercises sound judgement as required.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact the HR Service Centre on +61 2 9351 2000 or Riviera Son, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Monday 22 April 2024 11:59 PM