Collections Librarian Cataloguing
Job no: 493208
Work type: Part Time
Location: Frankston
Categories: Administrative
Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.
Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!
About the position
Council’s Arts & Culture Department is looking for a qualified Collections Librarian committed to providing excellent customer and information services to the community. The role will be responsible for supporting the cataloguing of items, including the new Library Of Things.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Proving an accurate, quality library catalogue that meets international standards.
- Assisting with the development of the Library's lending collection to reflect community interest and in accordance with the Collection Development guidelines.
- Engaging with the community in the libraries to deliver and promote library services ad foster an inclusive, welcoming community library service.
This is a permanent part time role working 30.4 hours per week. Working days are flexible, however you will be required to work one Saturday a fortnight and be located at our Langwarrin location on a Thursday and Friday to support the team.
About you
- Professional qualification in Information Management as defined by ALIA;
- Experience in using latest cataloguing tools; MARC, DDC, AACR2, RDA and LCSH;
- Experience in using latest archiving tools; and
- Experience with cataloguing all formats including printed work, audio visual and electronic resources for a public library catalogue.
Benefits of working at Frankston City Council
Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:
- Hybrid Working Model
- Flexible working hours
- Access to professional and career development opportunities
- Purchased leave
- Paid Parental leave
- Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
- Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
- Employee assistance program
- Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.
This position is a Band 5 currently remunerated at $80,750.44 (pro rata for part time) per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Chrissie Bonsor at Chrissie.Bonsor@Frankston.vic.gov.au
The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.
Culture at Frankston City Council
Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.
Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.
Council has zero tolerance for child abuse. Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.
We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.
Pre-Employment Information
You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.
Advertised: 23 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time