- This is a full-time, continuing position with salary at HEW 7, in the range $96, $105,244.58, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.
- Identified (s25): Position open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples only.
- Join our UQ library with a strong commitment and action toward a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- Based at
- A degree with subsequent relevant experience: or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training, ideally in an academic library or other large collecting institution.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse groups both internal and external to the University.
- A team player that can work collaboratively with others, with a positive and cooperative attitude and a mindset of inclusivity and support for colleagues
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting, facilitatingworkshops and training, and preparinghigh quality reports, publications, and statistics .
- Advanced digital skills, such as creation of web content or online learning materials.
- Project management skills and experience.
- Experience or interest in contributing tocollaborative initiatives at regional, national, or international level.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
- On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.
- Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section.
- Resume
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Library Officer (Identified s25) - Saint Lucia, Australia - The University of Queensland
Description
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a self-motivated and adaptable person to join UQ Library's sector-leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services and Collections team.
You will develop and provide a wide range of services, support and advice to Library clients with a focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and ensuring library services and collections are inclusive. You will coordinate and lead Library specific projects and activities that contribute to the University's Reconciliation Action Plan and support Queensland's Truth and Treaty priorities. You will use your knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collections and information services to provide expert advice, and will represent the Libraryon relevant local, regional, national, and international projects, committees, and working groups. Working under the direction of the Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collections and Services, you will be part of ateam thatprioritises cultural safety and wellbeing.
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About You
The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and the filling of this position constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).
The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
You will be self-motivated and adaptable, demonstrating the following:
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of are available, such as:
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lesley Acres at . For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Applications close 2 June 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 10 June 2024.
If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.