• Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Two Full-time and continuing positions available
• HEW 5 $83,407 - $93,548 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role:

This role involves the procurement of monographs and curriculum resources as well as provision of support for acquisition processes that contribute to the development of the library’s special and cultural collections. You will undertake processes and tasks that facilitate the timely and efficient acquisition of resources across a range of formats for our collections.

This role offers Hybrid flexibility with a combination of time working on campus at Geelong Waterfront and work from home.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing library resources from vendors and undertake ordering, payment and receipt of print and electronic books and complete physical processing requirements for items in the general and Special Collections.
• Consulting with sources to gather information and seek the expertise and advice of others as appropriate.
• Understand local processes, maintain documentation, manage records, regularly track progress of work tasks, and identify key issues.
• Recognising the importance of teamwork and of effective communication amongst team members and building rapport within immediate team in ways that are respectful and inclusive of others.
• Building productive relationships with a diverse range of existing stakeholders and actively seek to maintain positive relationships.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Degree in library and information science conferring eligibility for Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience in information resource procurement processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience in integrated library management systems.
• Experience in using a variety software applications and library operating systems.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience for this role.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Skye Ryan, Manager, Monographs and Course Resources via s.ryan@deakin.edu.au.

Applications for this position close on Wednesday 4^th February 2025

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.