Library Officer Pool
Level 3 | Pool Ref AV6310 6 months with the possibility of extension
- Build up your network in the Information Services branch by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
- Be a part of a collaborative environment
- Join WA’s Public Sector and experience all the perks of work-life balance and flexible work arrangements that it has to offer
]What will your typical day look like?
As a Library Officer in the Information Services team, you will provide a daily operational and client service for Library systems and users. You will be the first point of contact to assist internal staff and the public with information requests and enquiries.
For further key responsibilities please see attached JDF.
Enough about us, let’s talk about you.
You will have excellent computer skills and be methodical and accurate with maintaining Library Management System (LMS). You will have experience in the use of Libraries Australia for cataloguing and advanced automated Library Management System usage for acquisition, accessioning, MARC cataloguing and library enquiries. You will also have exceptional communication skills to provide a customer focused operational library services for a specialist user client base.
For all essential criteria, please see the attached JDF.
Why DPIRD?
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
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Click the Apply if this is something that excites you! All we need is:
- A resume of no more than three (3) pages including details of two (2) referees
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Essential Work Related Requirements.
- Experience in the use of Libraries Australia for cataloguing and in advanced automated Library Management System usage for acquisition, accessioning, MARC cataloguing and library enquiries.
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of operational library services for a specialist user client base, supported by excellent computer skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to provide good customer focused services.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to the achievement of team goals.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. Please note that all of the Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
We’d love to hear from you!
To have a confidential discussion, contact Rae Davie, Manager Knowledge and Information Management, on 0459 926 204.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense.
Special Requirements for this position:
- Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for a majority of occupations and workforces in WA. This will be introduced in a phased approach and more information can be found Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au). Should this policy apply to an offer of employment resulting from this recruitment process, prospective appointees will be advised accordingly.
This pool will be valid for a period of twelve (12) months following finalisation of the process and may be used to fill permanent and fixed term, full time and part time and opportunities that may arise in this period. Please note, being appointed to the pool does not guarantee you placement to a position.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. Applicants will be advised of this where necessary.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
CLOSING DATE: Monday, 2 May 2022 at 4:00 PM WST
