Team Leader - Library and Information Services
Qualified Librarian (Law)
Role
We are seeking a law librarian with considerable knowledge and experience who can make a significant contribution to the delivery of a high level library and information service to judicial and legal officers and to the legal profession in Western Australia.
This role coordinates and manages the provision of library and information services for the following groups:
- Court and Tribunal Services;
- Legal areas including State Solicitor's Office, Parliamentary Counsel's Office, Solicitor General, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Corruption and Crime Commission and Public Trust Office;
- External legal practitioners
As a member of the Library's senior leadership group you will be responsible for -
- Co-ordinating and managing the provision of library and information services for the above groups;
- Developing and monitoring professional standards across operational areas including reference and research services, collection development, collection maintenance and cataloguing;
- Contributing to the development and implementation of business planning and operational management requirements of the Branch.
Tenure/duration of appointment: This is a permanent, full time position.
Special Requirements
Possession of an appropriate Library qualification recognised for professional membership of the Australian Library & Information Association
We offer a wide variety of personal and professional benefits, information on the benefits of working with us is available from the “What We Offer” section on our website.
Work Related Requirements
Please read the Job Description Form (JDF) for more information about the work related requirements of this position. Appointment to a role with the Department of Justice is conditional upon obtaining an employment screening clearance, which includes a National Criminal History Check and any other relevant checks.
Further Job Related Information
If you are interested in the position and would like further information on the role, contact Lynne Lyon on (08) 92641078 for a confidential discussion. Information about applying and submitting your application is available on our website.
How To Apply
The Department requests applicants to submit an on-line application using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. As part of your online application you will be prompted to complete relevant personal information and to attach the following information as part of your application:
A current comprehensive Resume including the contact details of two referees and a statement addressing all the essential work-related requirements (selection criteria) contained in the Job Description Form.
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies during a six month period.
Please Note:
- Applications received after the closing date/time OR applications sent to us by email cannot be accepted.
- As we prefer to contact you by email for any interview or other matter, you are encouraged to apply online and provide a current valid e-mail address.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department upholds a working environment that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation.
