This is a Pool process with permanent and fixed term, full time and part time opportunities.
Currently, there is one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a team of experienced librarians delivering a highly specialised library and information service to the State's judicial and legal officers and members of the legal profession.
In this role you will carry out a range of professional duties including:
- Provision of legal reference and information services
- Information resource management
- System maintenance and support
You will also have the opportunity to participate in planning and policy setting for the Department's network of libraries.
We are looking for a client focused Librarian to join our team. Previous experience in the area of law is desirable but not essential for this role.
ABOUT JUSTICE
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two (2) referees and;
- A statement no more than two (2) pages, addressing the four (4) following Job Related Requirements contained in the JDF.
Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Information and Knowledge Management
- Achieve Results
- Builds Productive Relationships
- Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self Awareness
All remaining Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of 18 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Arts (Librarianship and Corporate Information Management) or equivalent, conferring eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Amanda Saunders, Team Leader Library and Information Services on (08) 9264 1494 for a confidential discussion.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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