Apply now Job no:552595
Work type:Full-time
Location:Geelong - City
Categories:Library Services
- Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus
- Full time (36.75 hours per week) and continuing
- HEW 5 $77,114 - $86,490 + 17% Superannuation
Why work with us?
At Deakin you will have access to Employment benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
About the role
This role involves the procurement of monographs and curriculum resources as well as provision of support for acquisition processes that contribute to the development of the library’s special and cultural collections. You will undertake processes and tasks that facilitate the timely and efficient acquisition of resources across a range of formats for our collections.
This role offers Hybrid flexibility with a combination of time working on campus at Geelong Waterfront and work from home.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Sourcing library resources from vendors and undertake ordering, payment and receipt of print and electronic books and complete physical processing requirements for items in the general and Special Collections.
- Consulting with sources to gather information and seek the expertise and advice of others as appropriate.
- Understand local processes, maintain documentation, manage records, regularly track progress of work tasks, and identify key issues.
- Recognising the importance of teamwork and of effective communication amongst team members and building rapport within immediate team in ways that are respectful and inclusive of others.
- Building productive relationships with a diverse range of existing stakeholders and actively seek to maintain positive relationships.
To be successful, you’ll have:
- Degree in library and information science conferring eligibility for Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.
- Demonstrated knowledge/experience in information resource procurement processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge/experience in integrated library management systems.
- Experience in using a variety software applications and library operating systems.
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
PD - Monographs Librarian.pdf
Applications for this position close on the 3rd of April 2024.
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience for this role.
For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Skye Ryan, Manager, Monographs and Course Resources via [email protected] .
Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
Advertised:18 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:03 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time