Library Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS871003

This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2024

Dongara District High School (DHS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and reliable Library Officer to join their friendly team.

As a Library Officer, you would be responsible for the provision of reference information and maintaining the resources, environment, and associated services of the school resource centre to support the learning outcomes of students.

The Library Officer also administers the library systems ensuring library records are up to date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are always accessible and available to students and staff.

The successful applicant would provide general clerical and library support, including preparing correspondence, booking all equipment and facilities, assisting with stocktaking and monitoring and ordering consumables.

You would ideally be a great Library Officer, who builds trust-filled, quality relationships with students, parents and staff. You should have the skills to be able to support and encourage the students to achieve the aims outlined in the Western Australian Curriculum.

Dongara DHS is a proud Independent Public School in the Mid-West Education Region, located in one of the most desirable coastal locations in Western Australia. Dongara is home to beautiful white, sandy beaches, making it a top spot for fishing and water sports. Dongara is also renowned for its popular walking trails and history. There truly is something for everyone.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• Good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
• Ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
• Experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Dongara District High School can be found by visiting www.dongaradhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

You are encouraged to contact Amanda Evans, Manager Corporate Services, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Dongara, by telephoning on (08) 9927 72***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holiday period, please contact Amanda Evans on 0407 272 ***.

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school.
• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment.
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years there after.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Friday, 2 February 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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