Library Technician

St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School, a school of the Sisters of the Sacred Advent, is one of Queensland’s leading independent schools, fostering in students confidence, compassion, academic excellence and a life long love of learning. We look for all staff to be committed to and in harmony with the Anglican ethos of the school.

In recognition of the school’s commitment to providing an exceptional work environment for all staff, St Margaret’s has been awarded a 5-star Employer of Choice by The Educator for the third consecutive year. We are proud of our commitment to making St Margaret’s a leading place to work.

We are currently inviting applications for the role of:

Library Technician

The role

The Library Technician plays a vital role in supporting the efficient operation of the Secondary Library, creating a welcoming environment and supporting students and staff.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Acquiring, cataloguing and maintaining the library collection
• Providing exceptional customer service to those visiting the library
• Creating a welcoming library environment which offers a range of initiatives throughout the year.
• Maintaining an innovative and progressive outlooking on the library service offered

This is a full-time role during school term time, Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, innovative and experienced Library Technician who enjoys working in a school environment. You will have:

• A strong understanding and demonstrated experience in contemporary library practices
• Well-developed interpersonal skills coupled with strong customer service
• Relevant library and information services qualifications will be highly regarded
• Competent with Oliver library system and either have experience or the ability to quickly acquire skills in other relevant technology packages
• Strong administrative skills with a high-level of competence with the Microsoft suite
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• A high level of attention to detail
• The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• A can-do attitude and high level of flexibility

The role offers

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• Being part of a positive school community environment
• An innovative environment with a focus on ensuring the library services offered are contemporary
• The opportunity to continue to develop your skills and career in a supportive and encouraging environment.
• An inclusive workplace with a strong focus on staff wellbeing with a range of wellbeing initiatives offered to staff; an employee assistance program, free flu vaccinations and massages to name a few.

If this role sounds like you and you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

To view the position description please click here.

To Apply: Applications are to be addressed to the Principal and be received by midday 12 February 2024. As part of the online application process you will be required to complete an application form which will require you to upload a cover letter, resume and supporting documents. Candidates are encouraged to apply without delay as interviewing will commence prior to the application close date. To apply, please click here.

Please note, successful candidates will require a valid blue card prior to commencing employment at St Margaret's. Candidates that do not currently hold a valid blue card are advised to apply for a blue card to ensure they are job-ready.

Please direct any enquiries to **********@stmargarets.qld.edu.au

St Margaret’s supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are required to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and the successful candidate must comply with School policies and relevant legislation relating to Student protection.