Job opportunity

*Advertising has been extended until 9:00am Monday, 1 August 2022.

About Us

The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas.  

The Collection Services Directorate collects materials that capture, preserve and tell the stories of Western Australia’s rich history. The Directorate also has a critical role in the acquisition of physical and digital materials for the State Library and for over 200 public libraries across Western Australia.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and youth.

Visit our website www.slwa.wa.gov.au for more information on the State Library and what we do.

Vacancy

We have a full-time, fixed term Digitisation Project Coordinator role available until 30 June 2023.

This position is advertised with the possibility of extension. If you are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, you may be considered for similar vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner's Instruction No 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic coordinator to implement a large-scale digitisation project to preserve at-risk audio and visual State Library heritage collections. 

The successful candidate will have project management expertise, experience with relevant collections or digitisation activities, and the skills to develop comprehensive workflows that ensure objectives are met.

The project aims to safeguard the cultural memory entwined in the State Library’s unique audio-visual collections against deterioration and obsolescence.

For further details on the position and the Essential Work Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF).  You can also contact Sophie Farrar on (08) 9427 3204 or Daniel Rozas Nunez on (08) 9427 3284.

Reasonable Adjustment

We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment.

You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need please contact Sophie Farrar (08) 9427 3204 or Daniel Rozas Nunez (08) 9427 3284.

How to Apply

Select the 'Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen.  Your application should include:

1. a current CV with the contact details of two work related referees
2. a cover letter or document (maximum 4 pages) that details your experience, skills and abilities in relation to the Essential Work Related Requirements listed in the Job Description Form (JDF).

Application form and questions are only required if you experience difficulties applying online and need to submit a manual application. For technical difficulties with your application, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.

Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated.  Late applications will not be accepted. 

For tips on how to prepare your application visit: https://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/about-us/corporate/employment

Pre-Employment Integrity Checks

So the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:

• ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.
• Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).
• A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).
• Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance and reasons for leaving.

Depending on the role there may be additional checks, which include:

• Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation.
• Working with Children Check for positions that involve child-related work.