Government schools – Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC
Job Summary
The Librarian will manage the library's collection, archives, digital resources, and support students and staff with research and reading services.
This role involves staff management, resource budgeting, curriculum support, and the development of literacy programmes.
Responsibilities
Manage library staff, building, resources, equipment and budget.
Ensure all resources are current, relevant, appropriate, and regularly updated (weeded) and catalogued.
Manage acquisition, cataloguing and maintenance of library resources.
Supervise audiovisual equipment and services and manage LMS Destiny, including cataloguing, record keeping and overdue notices.
Plan and conduct library and research skills tutorials for students at all levels.
Advise teaching staff on relevant resources to support the curriculum.
Assist with the supervision of students in various situations as appropriate.
Manage the school's archives and electronic/web-based resources, including ClickView.
Support the implementation of library programmes and projects, including the production of the yearbook "The Benalta".
Maintain and create displays and signage.
Ensure compliance with the Public Records Act **** (Vic) regarding the creation, management and disposal of public records.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the principal.
Qualifications
Graduate or postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Studies.
Highly developed organisational and information technology skills, including a Library Management System (LMS) and ClickView.
High-level written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, capable of developing constructive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader community.
Working knowledge of children's and young adult literature and secondary school curriculum, particularly the Victorian Essential Learning Standards, Australian Curriculum and VCE Study Designs.
Prior experience or the capacity to deliver student and youth library services.
Capacity to actively contribute to the development of the school's educational programme and a broad range of activities as a member of the staff team.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and improvement of practice.
Selection Criteria
Highly developed organisation and information technology skills including a Library Management System (LMS) and ClickView.
High level written and verbal communication skills and high-level interpersonal skills, including the capacity to develop constructive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and members of the broader community.
A clear capacity to develop a working knowledge of children's and young adult literature and secondary school curriculum, especially the Victorian Essential Learning Standards, Australian Curriculum and the VCE Study Designs.
Prior experience in or capacity to deliver student and youth library services.
Capacity to actively contribute to the development of the school's educational programme and a broad range of activities as a member of the staff team.
Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon and improve professional practice with a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
Who May Apply
An individual with a graduate or postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Studies.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and actively seeks a workforce that reflects the community.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The department supports flexible work, reasonable adjustments for staff with disability, and promotes inclusive workplace practices.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools maintain child safe environments.
All staff protect students from abuse or harm in accordance with child safe standards.
For more information, see the department's child safety policy at .
Conditions of Employment
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year.
Full details of terms and conditions are available on the Department's Human Resources website at .
Location Profile
Buckley Park College is a co-educational school for students years 7–12, located in Essendon.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum and a supportive learning community.
"Build Your Wings" is the school motto, reflecting our commitment to students' academic and personal development.
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