This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

About Libraries Tasmania

Libraries Tasmania is a unique organisation, providing contemporary library and archives services to all Tasmanians. Libraries Tasmania is responsible for Tasmania’s public library network, covering 47 locations statewide, and for the State Library and Archives of Tasmania.

About the Role

As a member of the Description and Access team, you will play a critical role in the cataloguing and accessibility of collections for Libraries Tasmania’s public libraries as well as the State Library and Archives of Tasmania
The successful applicant will also provide professional advice to the Senior Librarian Library Description and Access regarding the development, implementation and evaluation of cataloguing and description activities, as well as strategies to guide the provision of library and information services for the Tasmanian community.

This position is based in Hobart but provides opportunities to travel across the state. Hobart is a great place to live for those who enjoy both easy access to stunning national parks and beaches with the conveniences of a vibrant and beautiful regional city. It has a strong cultural scene that has recently been designated a UNESCO City of Literature.
As a statewide organisation with 300 staff undertaking innovative work, Libraries Tasmania is a great place to progress your career and provides unrivalled opportunities to deliver meaningful services to all Tasmanians.

About You

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive library professional who enjoys working with others, has an eye for detail and a passion for cataloguing and describing collections, so they are visible, accessible, and used.

Duties

Provide general professional customer focused library and/or archival services or assist in the development and delivery of specialist library and information services, to a high standard of customer service.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - ASAP start date

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• Degree or diploma in librarianship or information studies at a recognised university or college of advance education or a postgraduate diploma in librarianship or information studies. Eligibility for admission to Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).

Desirable Requirements

NIL

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should forward/include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria;
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name:  Ross Latham
Title:    Director Collections and State Archivist
Phone: 0427 109 364
Email:  ross.latham@libraries.tas.gov.au