Resources and Discovery Officer

2 weeks ago


North Ryde, Australia Macquarie University Full time

PRIMARY DETAIL

An exciting opportunity exists for a Resources and Discovery Officer to lead and join our dynamic team.
- From $70,535 to $76,022 (HEW 4) p.a. plus 17% super and annual leave loading
- Full-time, continuing
- Based at Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde.

THE ROLE

This is a role in the Collection Services team which is part of the Resources and Discovery Unit of Macquarie University Library. Collection Strategies Collection Services focusses on ensuring equitable, streamlined access to collections, including critical required readings, through services related to resource sharing, digitisation, unit readings and targeted services for cohorts including distance students and accessible formats.

Your role in the team will be to provide workflow support for electronic and physical collections acquisitions and content development, and support associated services for unit readings and interlibrary loans.

This role is required to undertake evening and weekend shifts and to undertake manual handling activities including physical collection items.
- A full list of accountabilities for the role is available in the Position Description._

About You

You will draw on your knowledge of Library workflows and practice in procurement, discovery, and management of the research/scholarly communication lifecycle. You will have knowledge of integrated library management and discovery systems, metadata creation, standards and workflows and have working knowledge of metadata and cataloguing standards. You will have strong computer skills with proficiency in productivity software such as Microsoft Office, and familiarity with library management systems, and internet searching.

You will be able to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships.

About Us

The University Library provides high quality, client centred services, information resources and learning spaces that support world-class research and research enhanced teaching. The Library contributes to the development of graduate capabilities, research capacity, teaching excellence and community engagement in partnership with academics and other University service providers.

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the

staff benefits

on offer.

To Apply
- Diploma level qualification in a relevant discipline such as information management, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, qualifications and training.
- Knowledge of library workflows and practices in collection activities, including procurement, access and discovery.
- Knowledge of integrated library management and discovery systems, metadata creation and standards.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within and across teams, contributing positively to team outcomes.
- Well-developed organisational skills, with demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to manage and meet conflicting deadlines.

Role-specific Enquiries: Jim Kelly, Manager Collection Services at

For the full position description, please contact Samantha Poulos, HR Officer at

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26/03/2023 11:59 PM

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