Senior Library Officer (Course Readings Support) (2 positions)

 

Main characteristics

Company

University of Southern Queensland

Category

Education & Training

Job summary

Library Services

The University of Southern Queensland has forged a reputation as Australias leading regional University, recognised in particular for our outstanding performance in graduate employment, student support and social equity, and dedication to undertaking world-leading research.

In pursuit of our mission to create and share knowledge, transform lives and solve the problems that matter to the world, we are firmly focussed on providing contemporary academic offerings and investing in research in our flagship areas of agriculture, health, space and defence, and regional development.

UniSQ Library Services supports the Universitys commitment to the pursuit of excellence in learning, teaching, research and community service through the provision of high-quality information services and environments. The Learning and Research team with Library Services works with academic staff to support their teaching and research, and with students to support them to develop the skills to succeed at University.

We are currently seeking two motivated team members to provide para-professional support and services to facilitate the implementation of Course Readings to support the UniSQs new Academic Calendar. These appointments are for a fixed-term period of 12 months, with one position offered on a full-time basis and the second on a fractional (0.5 FTE) basis.

Positions can be based at either our Toowoomba, Springfield or Ipswich campus.

What youll do:

You will be instrumental in:

Undertaking high quality editorial level entry, checking, moderation, auditing, and management of metadata in library systems and repositories with a focus on creating new courses and reading lists and maintaining existing reading lists;

Utilising your knowledge and experience to provide efficient and timely administrative support, and troubleshoot problems with metadata quality, management and data curation;

Ensuring Copyright and contractual compliance of items uploaded to Course Readings; and

Undertaking data cleansing activities through the use of Alma Course Reading reports.

What will help you succeed

Key to your success in the role will be your demonstrated experience and ability to work within a dedicated team and your strong interpersonal and communication skills. Additionally, you will have A Diploma of Library and Information Services or Certificate IV in Library, Information and Curation Services or a combination of relevant experience and/or education Experience or ability to provide administrative and support services within an academic library context; An ability to solve diverse problems by applying judgement and initiative, based on a thorough knowledge of library and university procedures and policies; and Ability to work within a dedicated team, driven with a desire to enhance the student experience.

What we offer:

We offer a range of rewarding career, financial and lifestyle benefits including: generous superannuation flexible working arrangements salary sacrifice professional development programs UniSQ sponsored Fit and Well Corporate Program which includes gym membership discounted personal travel and health services

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances. We recognise the importance of considering achievement relative to opportunity and encourage you to outline factors such as career breaks, gender, family, or other factors which may have resulted in a limited career progression.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Mrs Caroline Drury, Manager (Digital Experience) on telephone +61 7 4631 2979 or email [email protected] .

Reference No: 0423_12/22

Term: Fixed-term appointment for 12 months

Location: Toowoomba, Springfield or Ipswich campus

Full-time appointment (36 hrs/week)

Salary: Total remuneration range of $82,688 to $93,799 pa (includes salary range of $69,867 to $79,239 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)

Fractional (0.5 FTE) fixed-term appointment (18 hrs/week)

Fractional appointment: Total remuneration range of $41,344 to $46, 899 pa (includes salary range of $34,933 to $39,619 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)

Closes: Monday, 2 January 2023

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision making.

If you know that this role is right for you, we invite you to submit your current resume/CV together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your relevant skills and experience relative to the essential criteria in the position description. For more information on How to apply for a job please refer to Uni SQ The application process.