Librarian

$93,066 - $98,730 (G06) per annum, plus 17% Superannuation
- Full time, continuing (permanent) contract
- Based at our vibrant Curtin Bentley Campus

**Job Reference: 778508**

**Your new role**

Are you passionate about libraries and helping people? Do you have a desire to work in a dynamic and friendly team environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

We are seeking a Librarian to join our professional, creative, and dedicated University Library team. As a Librarian you will have the opportunity to develop innovative ways to provide resources, services and facilities, to support teaching, learning and research. You will also work collaboratively with other Librarians and Learning Success Advisors to support online services and participate in projects.

**In this role, you will**
- Provide an information service to clients using appropriate technologies.
- Report on the potential of new services and emerging technologies to meet client needs.
- Lead, plan, deliver and evaluate skills programs and materials to support the development of graduate capabilities by Curtin students.
- Partner with academic and other Curtin staff to support teaching and learning activities.
- Understand the scholarly information landscape, including provision of access to resources and support for open access.
- Train, co-ordinate and supervise staff as required.
- Lead or contribute to Library initiatives, team planning, working parties and teams.
- Streamline workflows to ensure ongoing efficiencies as a continuous improvement outcome.
- Effectively communicate and promote Library services.
- Completion of a professional qualification in librarianship recognised for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, combined with relevant work experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of diverse groups and individuals.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well within a team situation and the ability to co-ordinate team activities or project work.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly in a changing environment, manage time, and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience in providing high quality, client-focussed services.
- An innovative approach to problem-solving.
- Demonstrated experience in the day-to-day supervision of a small team (desirable).
- Experience as a teacher or trainer (desirable).

**As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. **_Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered._**

**Why Choose Us?**

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.

Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace and are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
- **Global Excellence**: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
- **Adaptable Work Environment**: Embrace flexibility with a role based at our Bentley campus.
- **Rewards Beyond Salary**: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
- **Time Well-Spent**: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
- **Recognition for Prior Service**: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.

**Join us**

Please provide a CV, and cover letter, which addresses the selection criteria and outlines how your experience aligns with the requirements of the role.

**Applications close: Monday, 26 December 2024.**

**Please note, interviews for this role will be scheduled in **the week starting 20 January 2025.**

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**Disclaimer**
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Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to