Address· Temporary full time for 2 years
· $70,694 - $92,366 per annum, plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
· Historic NSW Parliament, Sydney CBD
About us
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of NSW Parliament by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales.
The Parliamentary Library provides high quality, independent and client-focused information services to Members of Parliament and their staff.
About the position
We are seeking a recently graduated librarian or information science professional with a passion for special libraries and an interest in current affairs. This position is a development role and will provide a recent graduate the opportunity to participate in a variety of roles and projects while applying theoretical knowledge in a practical and professional setting.
As this position works across two teams it is anticipated that this position will provide back up to all areas/staff members at various times.
To be successful in this role you will:
· Thrive in a cross functional team environment.
· Hold a professional library or information science qualification (i.e., a degree or post-graduate qualification).
· Have demonstrated customer service skills.
· Have excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
· Have an interest in current affairs as well as in emerging library and information technologies.
Note: This is a physical role and may require a pre-employment health assessment to confirm your fitness to lift, carry and shelve items in our physical collection. Health assessments will not be used to exclude suitable candidates with a disability from employment opportunities.
Further information to assist you with applying for this position:
- Role Description
- Department of Parliamentary Services website
- NSW Parliament pre-employment requirements
Enabling the Parliament, serving New South Wales: We demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service.
Our commitment to diversity: We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.
Our commitment to flexibility: While this role is advertised as full time, we will consider requests to undertake the work on a flexible part-time or job-share basis.
How to apply
To apply for this position please attach to your application:
· Your up-to-date resume [maximum five pages] which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this position, and
· Your response [maximum two pages] to the targeted questions below.
Your resume and response to the following targeted questions will be the initial assessment method used to determine your suitability for this position compared to other applicants. Applications that do not include a response to the targeted questions cannot be comparatively assessed and are unlikely to progress to the next stage of assessment.
Targeted questions
1. What skills and experience would you bring to a team that is responsible for collection/technical services including library management systems and electronic and historical resources? Your answer should outline how you acquired your skills and experience.
2. Please provide a recent example to highlight your commitment to customer service.
Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format.
Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ helpdesk 1800 562 679(Monday - Friday).
Applications must be lodged online through http://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/
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