Senior Metadata Librarian (HEO 6)

• Based in University Library at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $82,077 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

We have an exciting position for a Senior Metadata Librarian to join the Discovery Services Team within our University Library.

The Senior Metadata Librarian is a specialist role and provides leadership and expertise in maintaining, enhancing and applying metadata to the bibliographic records contained in the Library's discovery systems. These systems include the catalogue, and the institutional research outputs repository that archives and showcases UniSA’s research allowing it to be findable and accessible globally.

The University of South Australia Library

The University of South Australia Library supports the University’s teaching, learning and research mission through the provision of relevant information resources and associated services. The Library also coordinates copyright for the University. There are four campus libraries located at City East, City West, Magill and Mawson Lakes and an off-campus Library Service that supports regional engagement at Whyalla and Mt Gambier. Information technology and information resource management services are managed from the Mawson Lakes campus.

The Library operates in an environment of increasing availability of digital information in support of the University’s Digital Learning Strategy. As such, it has accelerated its commitment to acquire the vast majority of resources in digital format which are accessible and discoverable via an established next generation Library Management System. The Library has a growing research collection with over 700,000 eBooks and online journals available anytime, anywhere, on any device. The Library maintains a targeted, high quality print collection and is the custodian of several valuable special collections including the Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Library.

The Library is operating in an environment of increasing availability of digital information and demand and plays a significant role in training staff and students in information skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical and metadata services to support the operations of the University Library’s catalogue, institutional research outputs repository, special collections and research data management strategy
• Create, edit and maintain metadata records in relevant formats to support the discovery of, access to and management of the Library’s information resources
• Perform high level complex cataloguing and database maintenance, as well as complex problem resolution for resources
• Actively contribute to the development of documentation, procedures and guidelines
• Work effectively as part of a team in a fast-changing environment and manage multiple priorities often with competing deadlines

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong experience in resource management including an expert knowledge of metadata rules, schema, standards, and the ability to create original metadata for information resources and data in all formats
• High level interpersonal communication and presentation skills to successfully develop and manage working relationships
• High level organisational, administrative and time management skills
• In-depth knowledge of trends in metadata management, digital information, research data management and resource discovery
• Tertiary qualifications in Information Management or a related discipline

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Jessica Frisari, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 3646.

Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 5 December 2021

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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