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Coordinator, Contemporary Description
SLQ SouthBank
Do you have experience leading a team and know what we mean by RDA, MARC, DDC, LCSH, and DACS?
Then this may be the role for you! We are seeking an experienced librarian or library technician to coordinate the description and arrangement of materials new to State Library of Queensland's collections.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Information Management/Library |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SLQ636463 |
| Closing date | 10-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Rachel Merrick |
| Contact details | 07 3840 7762 Access the National Relay Service |
We are seeking an experienced librarian or library technician to coordinate the description and arrangement of materials new to State Library of Queensland's collections in line with our Content Description Principles
The way libraries describe their collections is fundamental to how content is discovered, accessed, used and preserved, now and into the future.
The role requires a high proficiency with digital content and technical systems and a comprehensive understanding of metadata standards, practices, and tools for cataloguing. Attention to detail, troubleshooting and critical thinking are essential to working with collections.
Please read the full role description for details of the key responsibilities, core capabilities, and what information you must provide to the selection panel for assessment of your suitability for this position.
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
- Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
- Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 182 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
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