Collections Support Librarian

Role Overview

• Day-to-day collection maintenance tasks, including reporting, cataloguing, invoicing and ordering
• Supporting the Manager, Collections and Information Services to deliver on Library Plan and Collection Strategy actions
• Collaborating with the Library Management System (LMS) Coordinator to support LMS-related initiatives
• Assisting team members with support and guidance in the delivery of tasks
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of policies, processes and procedures for high quality library collections
• Creating and delivering readers' advisory and collection maintenance training
• Complying with organisational policies and contributing to planning and review activities
• Maintaining and developing professional awareness through reading and attending meetings

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline is essential
• Experience and demonstrated understanding of library collections is essential
• Ability to develop skills to successfully use Microsoft 365 and Library Management System tools
• Well-developed investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Flexibility to work at multiple locations across the Geelong Regional Libraries network

Benefits

• Flexibility in work location and work hours
• Opportunity to work part-time at 0.8 FTE
• Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration
• Commitment to innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.