This is a permanent full time position commencing Term 2, 2025
The students of John Tonkin College are growing up in a community that has amazing opportunities and potential for them to lead change now and in the future. They move through their adolescent years gaining confidence and discovering their potential. It is our job as educators to provide a learning environment where the students are continually challenged to be the best that they can be whilst recognising their individual needs and aspirations.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.johntonkincollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The role of the Library Officer is to supervise the day-to-day operations of the library and provision of reference, information, and associated services to teaching staff and students. As part of the role, you administer library systems, ensuring library records are up to date and library resources are maintained and processed, so they are always accessible and available to students and staff. The successful applicant will conduct library skills and the use of library equipment, as well as providing technical advice on the library Information Technology system. The incumbent may be required to work at our MET or Tindale Campus but will be based at the MET Campus in the first instance. The MET Library provides Library services for John Tonkin College, John Tonkin College Education Support Centre, and South Metro TAFE.
The successful applicant should display strong written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment. Ideally, you will possess strong computer skills across a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Benjamin Wise, Human Resources Administrator on (08) 9583 0506 or emailing Benjamin.Wise@education.wa.edu.au.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS962206
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 8 May 2025
