▷ Urgent Search Library Technician

About the role The Library currently has a permanent part‑time opportunity for a Library Technician. The Library provides a range of services to support Legal Aid WA staff, including a research service regarding case law and legislation for legal staff, current awareness services and email alerts, access to legal resources both paper and electronic, and training to assist staff to use the Library’s legal online resources. The Library Technician will work with the Librarian to assist with the provision of reference queries, current awareness services, legislation services and collection maintenance. About you We are seeking candidates with a recognised library technician qualification and legal experience. You will require good communication skills; competent computer skills and experience using databases, with an attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. About us and what we can offer you We offer a strong team‑working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer employees. How to apply Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should submit: - A comprehensive CV (max. 5 pages) that showcases your talents and key achievements relevant to the role. - A cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria, paying particular attention to the highlighted criteria in the JDF (tip – your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes). Click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. Further information Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role before applying. If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Deanne Barrett, Librarian. Tel (08) 9261 6268 or email Deanne.Barrett@legalaid.wa.gov.au. Diversity & Inclusion A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client‑centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community. Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Janice Green on tel (08) 6373 5297 or email Janice.Green@legalaid.wa.gov.au. Other Conditions This selection process may be used to fill other similar Legal Aid WA vacancies, in addition to this vacancy, for up to twelve (12) months from the completion date of the selection process. The panel may also search for further candidates beyond the closing date. Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100‑point identification check. Closing Date: 2025-11-03 10:00 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr