Digital Services Librarian

Job Description
ABOUT US
Camberwell Grammar School is an independent Anglican day school for boys from Pre-Preparatory to Year 12. We aim to give every student in our care the very best education in order to prepare them for life beyond school. We are a learning community which encourages staff, students, past students, and parents to involve themselves fully in all aspects of school life and to identify themselves with its values; Learning, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Optimism. We are proud of the sense of community that characterises our school.
Our school campus is located in the leafy inner east suburb of Canterbury, on land originally inhabited by the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, and blends period architecture with exciting contemporary design and state-of-the-art facilities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and experienced Digital Services Librarian to work closely with the Head of Library and Information Services, the Head of ICT Innovation and Learning, and the Library Department staff members. This role will be responsible for promoting digital literacy initiatives, managing digital resources and curriculum materials, overseeing the Library Management System, and managing the student booklist process.
This presents an excellent opportunity to combine your administrative and digital skills, while engaging in a professional and engaging manner with students, staff and families.
This is a full-time permanent ongoing role with an immediate commencement, in a progressive, supportive and well-resourced team environment.
The areas of responsibility for the role include:

• Develop, implement and improve the Digital Literacy Framework
• Manage the Library Management System
• Promote digital literacy, resources and services
• Assist in the development of digital inclusion initiatives
• Contribute to the development of digital media and research databases
• Manage and promote digital content and resources, such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, databases and subscriptions
• Manage and publish curriculum materials
• Oversee the student booklist process
• Provide technical support to troubleshoot issues for students, staff and families
• Research and recommend new e-resources

ABOUT YOU
Ideally, you will have experience in a similar role. You are self-motivated, pro-active and energetic, thriving in a collaborative, team focused environment.
Knowledge & Skills

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong digital and literacy skills
• Excellent cataloguing and IT skills
• Experience in Library systems, digital design, websites, and emerging technologies
• Experience in source cataloguing in all formats, including print and digital
• Outstanding administration skills with an eye for detail
• Familiarity with Oliver Library Management System (LMS) and Schools Catalogue Information Service (SCIS) would be an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and staff in a curriculum focused school library environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Library or Information Studies
• Specific training in IT / Digital Information Management
• Eligible for membership to the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Working with Children Check
• National Crime Check

WHY JOIN CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR SCHOOL?
At Camberwell Grammar we have a vision of learning which encompasses all aspects of life - not just the intellectual, but also the social, cultural, physical and spiritual. Our programs are deliberately structured to educate the whole student - not just the mind. We hope to educate committed citizens of the future, interested and passionate about the problems facing our world and with the skills necessary to do something about them.
You will play a pivotal role in this vision.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR

• Generous leave provisions
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to outstanding state of the art facilities
• A progressive, supportive and well-resourced educational environment
• A welcoming, innovative and passionate community

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and as such, the recruitment process may commence immediately.
Applications close: Monday 11 March 2024.
Camberwell Grammar School is committed to Child Safety. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children and where appropriate be able to demonstrate experience working with children. Applicants will have the opportunity to indicate their understanding of, or any experience they have in working with children with diverse needs and/or backgrounds.
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