Library Technician

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 
• 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year 
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Library Technician.

The AFP Library & Knowledge Services team delivers a wide range of open source information products and services in support of enabling our police to deliver maximum impact to the criminal environment. The team works collaboratively with various external partners to deliver library services in a busy and dynamic environment.

The role is in the AFP Library & Knowledge Services team, AFP College, Barton, Canberra. It primarily requires a person who has highly developed organisation, collaboration, and customer service skills and who can deliver within critical timeframes due to the operational nature of the AFP. The responsibilities of the role are vital in creating access to library and information resources.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Demonstrable experience in a special/corporate/government library setting is desirable, with the ability to be flexible across a range of duties such as:

• Manage inter-library loans and document delivery;
• Assist with loan and reference queries, including rostered service desk shifts;
• Deliver quality customer service with a capability to prioritise requests, based on operational requirements;
• Provide web-based and library database searches for current awareness products and client requests;
• Maintain library resources, records and systems, through cataloguing, abstracting, collection maintenance, and digitisation projects;
• Assist with library outreach programs to promote library services, including displays and presentations;
• Contribute and maintain a high quality and respected service to a wide variety of rank and roles with the AFP;

The role requires a person capable of demonstrating flexibility and adaptability across all library services, within a small and established team environment.

Please note: this role has been advertised in multiple cities, however it is based in Canberra and interstate candidates will be required to relocate.

Essential requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Formal qualifications in library science, such as a Diploma in Library and Information Studies, at a minimum; or contemporary demonstrated equivalent skills.

Additional Information

• This position is an AFP Band 4
• Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP’s diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion.

Contact Officer - Sandra Tomley,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 3***, ​

Contact Officer Email: *************@afp.gov.au