Library Officer, Learning Services

• Work collaboratively with other library staff to deliver quality Information Literacy instruction to library clients
• Fixed Term, Part Time (0.8 FTE) until December 2020
• Position based out at RMIT’s Bundoora West campus

About us 

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. 

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT’s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates. 

Culture 

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together. 

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. 

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.  

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices. 

About the College/Portfolio

RMIT University Library is a creative partner in the achievement of RMIT University’s teaching, learning and research goals.  It engages with other groups within the University to design initiatives that have a positive impact on the student experience including the provision of direct support, advice and guidance for students’ academic skill development.   It provides resources, services and facilities to support the information needs of RMIT's large and globally distributed student and staff population and supplies expertise for the management of the University’s archives and business information.

The Library Officer, Learning Services is responsible for delivering high quality library enquiry and information services. This includes the Ask the Library service and other physical services/digital services.  This position works collaboratively with other library staff to deliver quality Information Literacy instruction to library clients, both in digital and face-to-face formats.

This position works on the development of digital tools to engage users with library collections and services. It supports the development of information subject competencies, projects and subject guides

About you 

• Demonstrated experience in providing quality, client-focused services, preferably in an academic library
• Experience in the delivery of training to groups or individuals, along with sound computer skills including desktop applications, library management systems and social media tools
• Demonstrated organisational skills, including a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• High level interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with a range of partners.
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Experience in the development of digital materials would be an advantage

Qualifications 

• Degree in Library and Information Services or equivalent with subsequent relevant work experience, or;
• Completion of Associate Diploma/Diploma of Library and Information Studies with at least 2 years subsequent relevant work experience
• Eligibility for membership of ALIA 

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check. 

Bring your whole self to work 

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.  

We’re proud to share with you some of our wins: 

• RMIT University is an Athena SWAN member with Bronze Award accreditation and the College of Science, Engineering and Health is central to driving improvements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines. 
• We placed 11th in the 2019 Talent Board APAC Candidate Experience Awards. 
• RMIT was placed?10th in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards, up five spots from 2018. 
• We were named as an?Employer of Choice for Gender Equality?by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in 2019.? 
• We achieved?Gold Employer status for LGBTIQ?inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) in 2018 and now in 2019. 
• We were recognised as a?top five employer in 2018 for workplace accessibility?with the Australian Network on Disability. 
• The launch of our second?Reconciliation Plan, Dhumbah Goorowa– a “commitment to share” - an important step in our reconciliation journey.? 

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role. If you have any questions, please contact Mat Lewis on 03 9925 9642. To view a position description, please see below.

 PD - Library Officer, Learning Services.pdf

We are also happy to make adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please email TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au with your request(s).

Applications close Wednesday 29th January.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.