Librarian in Sydney

Sydney Polytechnic Institute (SPI) is a registered, TEQSA accredited private tertiary education institution located in Haymarket, Sydney. We teach postgraduate programs in Data Science including a Master, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate. Our vision is to become a highly respected technology-focused higher education institution leveraging strong, collaborative business relationships with local and global industry. Sydney Polytechnic Institute is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

We are looking for an experienced librarian from the higher education or VET sector to join us on a casual basis, starting as soon as possible. This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a small library. You will develop its services, systems and processes, support our students and staff, and make sure our library practices meet copyright and compliance requirements. The role suits someone who wants flexible hours in a central city location and enjoys working independently in a growing institution.

Key responsibilities

• Develop the library function of the Institute, including its systems, services and processes
• Provide information and advice on library resources, systems, services and support
• Provide library services to students and staff
• Support and mentor students in using the library, and provide effective solutions or refer them to specialist assistance where appropriate
• Resolve routine and non-routine issues, escalating as appropriate
• Ensure SPI complies with education copyright obligations and the Copyright Act 1968
• Ensure all library practices meet compliance and reporting requirements
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement of systems, policies and procedures
• Contribute to preparing procedural documents, and to reviewing and improving existing procedures and online information
• Other duties as reasonably requested by your supervisor

About you

Essential – qualifications and experience

• An ALIA-accredited library and information studies qualification and eligibility for Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Sound knowledge of library and information service concepts, principles and theory, and a good understanding of library systems, practices, procedures and current developments
• Demonstrated experience working in a higher education or VET library environment
• Demonstrated understanding of library technologies, including library management systems, and the ability to support emerging library technologies
• Demonstrated experience in service delivery and improvement
• Full working rights in Australia

Essential – skills and attributes

• Basic IT knowledge and troubleshooting skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good self-organisation, self-motivation and self-leadership
• A positive, cooperative team player with an inclusive and supportive approach to colleagues