• Temporary Part-Time Opportunity up to 12 months until 16 December 2025  
• 21 hours per week, Tuesday - Thursday + One Saturday per 4-week roster
• Salary from $76,873 pro rata per annum + Superannuation
• Based at Oakleigh Library with the opportunity to work at other City of Monash locations
• Applications close 6 November 2024

About Us

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

Our library aims to encourage lifelong learning, increase literacy and build strong, resilient communities.

About the Position

The Collections Librarian will be part of a team that provides advice and support to the Collections Team Leader in the management and maintenance of library collections across the Monash Public Library Service. As a part of this you will:

Participate in the development and implementation of practices, guidelines, policies, and procedures including evidence-based collection evaluation.

• Provide efficient procurement, selection and administration of print, multimedia and electronic collections
• Provide support to branches to enable promotion of the collection through a variety of methods and displays
• The incumbent will also work as part of the customer service team providing an efficient and effective library and information service to meet the library needs of the Monash community across our library branches, including evening and weekend shifts

Key Selection Criteria

• A tertiary degree qualification in Librarianship, Information Management or related discipline and eligibility for professional membership (librarian) of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in public libraries, particularly in relation to library collections
• Demonstrated experience in library collection procurement, development, maintenance and evaluation
• Proficiency in library management systems and collection development tools
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence, including experience to dealing with difficult customers
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to collaborate as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and complete work to a high standard, within set timelines and with competing priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Requirements of the position

• A current and valid Victorian Drivers Licence
• Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements
• All applicants are required to be legally entitled to work in Australia

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. Please ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria as outlined above.

Applications close Wednesday 6 November 2024 at 11:55pm.

Enquiries

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Prabha Ramanathan on (03) 9518 3980 or prabha.ramanathan@monash.vic.gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.