Senior Librarian, Access & Inclusion

If you require an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or the provision of a particular access service, please contact us via email (employment@slv.vic.gov.au).

• Fixed term opportunity until January 2025
• A senior Librarian role with focus on accessibility
• Employee benefits include a 10% discount at Readings bookstore and Mr Tulk Café

About the LibraryState Library Victoria is Australia's oldest public library, and one of the first free public libraries in the world.We believe in the power of knowledge to change lives. Free to access and open to all, the Library enriches the cultural, educational, social and economic lives of all Victorians.State Library Victoria preserves and shares the stories of Victoria and the world, and is a major destination for stimulating cultural experiences, contemporary debates, and community-driven collecting. We encourage learning, exploration, imagination, and creativity, opening up possibilities for all Victorians.About the OpportunityThe Senior Librarian, Access and Inclusion develops and implements interventions that reduce barriers to access and engagement with the Library's collections and services for people with disability, people experiencing social disadvantage and people with complex needs.The role facilitates access to specialist and expert advice across State Library Victoria in relation to the needs of people with disability and people experiencing social disadvantage.About YouThe ideal candidate has completed a library and information science qualification or equivalent degree, that confers eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). The ideal candidate will also have knowledge on disability and other socially disadvantaged communities and have a good understanding on accessibility and other challenges the communities face. People with a disability or from other socially disadvantaged communities are highly encouraged to apply.In addition, you will come to us with:

• Completion of a degree or post-graduate level library and information science qualification or equivalent, conferring eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
• Demonstrated experience in working in close collaboration with community groups and organisation, such as disability or minority communities.
• Solid working experience with identifying, advocating and raising awareness on accessibility and other barriers for affected community groups.
• Demonstrated experience in engaging, consulting and establishing solid working relationships with community groups, i.e. disability and other minority groups.
• Relevant experience in the provision of reference services.
• An excellent track record with providing exceptional customer service, including providing exceptional subject matter knowledge and access to collections.

State Library Victoria is a child-safe organisation. A valid Working with Children Check will be required before commencing.State Library Victoria promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from cultural and linguistical diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people, people who are D/deaf or disabled, neurodivergent people and people of all ages and abilities to apply.How to applyPlease click the Apply button to submit your application via Careers.Vic.The following documents should be attached to your application:

• Resume
• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarising how you meet the

in the Position Description and the About You section of the advertisement.(for more information on format and content of your application, please see on the Careers.vic page).EnquiriesFor a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please contact Marcus Ferguson (Digital Access and Family History Manager ) at mferguson@slv.vic.gov.au.For assistance with the application process please contact us at .Privacy Collection NoticeInformation about how we collect and use your personal information, and how you can contact us, can be found .Reasonable AdjustmentsWe want all applicants to have an equal opportunity to demonstrate that they are the best person for the job. If you require an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or the provision of a particular access service, please contact us on . If you are unable to make this deadline due to unforeseen personal circumstances, please get in contact to obtain a short extension to the deadline.Advertisement closes at 11.59pm Australian Eastern Standard Time on 13 May 2024