The Team
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.
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.
About the Role
The Tasmanian Archives and Special Collections unit operates within the State Library and Archives of Tasmania. The State Library and Archives of Tasmania collects a copy of everything published in Tasmania and holds both Tasmanian Government and community archives, which have permanent evidential, historical and cultural value. The collections highlight Tasmania’s global history, historic Tasmanian books, newspapers, maps, manuscripts, fine arts and rare books. As well as the historiography of indigenous rights, penal policy, white settler colonialism and environmental histories.
These collections are accessible to the public via the website of Libraries Tasmania and at physical service points in Hobart and Launceston.
In performing the role, you will contribute to developing, preserving, and ensuring the accessibility of our collections through a range of duties including:
- Working with Tasmania’s Legal Deposit program and actively promoting it to local publishers and organisations.
- Liaison with donors and specialist sellers to acquire material.
- Using and developing skills in a range of collection management tasks and processes.
- Working with a range of fragile and diverse items to complete tasks including appraisal, storage, and basic conservation.
- Undertaking continual professional development to ensure that your practice is in line with national and international standards and approaches.
- Actively participating as member of the team, sharing your knowledge and ideas and assisting in the support, supervision and training of volunteers and less experienced staff
- Contributing to achieving greater awareness of the role and function of the State Library and Archives of Tasmania.
About You
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive library professional who enjoys working with others and has an eye for detail and a passion for developing diverse collections that captivate, connect, and inspire.
We are offering
- Ongoing - ASAP Start Date
- Full-time
- 73.5 hours per fortnight
- We are a child-safe organisation
- Pathways to grow your career
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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.
We are looking for
Essential
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
- Degree or Diploma in Librarianship or information studies at a recognised university or college of advanced education or a post graduate Diploma in librarianship or information studies. Eligibility for admission to Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
Desirable
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online
Statement Of Duties (PDF)
Statement Of Duties (DOCX)
How to apply
Applications should include:
- a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
- a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
- The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
More information
For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).
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: Anna Zylstra
Title: Senior Librarian Special Collections - Tasmanian Archives and Special Collections
Phone: (03) 6165 5582
Email: anna.zylstra@decyp.tas.gov.au
About DECYP
Our 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.
Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.
We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.
