Are you a library professional who loves working with people and delivering exceptional customer service?

In this role you will work front of house, providing guidance to clients in accessing information and resources, providing technical and research support and assisting with membership and borrowing.

You will work across service points in State Reference Library and John Oxley Library.

This role includes a dynamic roster with evening and weekend shifts. You will need to be available at short notice for shifts and a minimum four days a week.

To be considered for this role, you are required to hold a relevant/related degree and eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).

Job details

The Librarian, Information and Client Services role, within the Information Services branch is responsible for delivering information services to visitors and clients onsite and online. In this role you will be the friendly and knowledgeable face State Library clients turn to for guidance on accessing and using State Library's resources and services.

We are looking for passionate client-focused librarians dedicated to providing access to information through our reference services, onsite and online.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• A relevant/related degree and eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
• Strong technical skills to assist a diverse client base in the use of a range of equipment
• The ability to effectively search, navigate and assist clients in the use of State Library resources
• The ability to be responsive to change in a fast-paced work environment

For further information about this position and details on how to apply, please refer to the position description.

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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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• SLQ648729 Librarian (49496) - RD (PDF, 354KB)
  Role Description