4 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.University of Technology Sydney provided pay rangeThis range is provided by University of Technology Sydney. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$105,000.00/yr - A$105,000.00/yrAbout the roleWe are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Specialist, Indigenous Initiatives, to support our Library operations, services, and strategy in alignment with the UTS Indigenous Policy and UTS Reconciliation Statement. A key aspect of this role is the development, maintenance, and operation of the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Archive (ATSIDA).This position is part of the Open Scholarship and Copyright department, which focuses on supporting open scholarship, research data management, and scholarly communication activities.While a background in Library services is advantageous, we welcome all relevant experience.About youYou are enthusiastic about enhancing the Library's cultural capability to effectively support our growing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, staff, and research community.You excel at building and maintaining meaningful relationships with various stakeholders (including researchers, community members, and students) to develop and implement innovative solutions that align with UTS's strategic objectives related to Indigenous outcomes.You are passionate about managing research data relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities as well as contributing to research, education, and advocacy for Indigenous Data Sovereignty.About UTS LibraryLocated at the heart of UTS on Gadigal Country, we provide welcoming spaces and services for students and staff to discover and share knowledge, and to learn and explore together. We play a vital role in preparing students for a lifetime of learning and supporting staff as they increase the global impact of their research. See it for yourself in this short video: uts.ac/librarywelcomeUTS Library is also home to ATSIDA - a trusted research data management facility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research data. We work with researchers and communities to care for and return research data, following cultural protocol as well as advocating for Indigenous Data Sovereignty.Why work with us?Be part of a team of creative, committed expertsEnjoy flexible working conditionsLearn new skills – continued staff development is a personal focus we are proud ofBroaden your experiences – we never shy away from piloting new ideas to ensure we meet the demands of the dynamic world of higher educationJoin a great workplace culture – we work onsite at least three days per week in an outstanding location and collaborate on a range of projects across the Library and UniversityGet access to a wide range of generous staff discounts and services: https://www.uts.edu.au/staff/working-uts/our-staff-benefitsAdditionally, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander staff at UTS receive:Additional leave for cultural obligations.Access to Indigenous Employee Assistance Program provider YamurrahWhy your role is importantImplement meaningful change in developing culturally relevant Library spaces and services that support First Nations education and Research.Maintain and develop an Archive that contributes to the growing body of First Nations research in Australia.Support an environment of continual cultural learning and safety for Library staff and embedding learnings into day-to-day practice.Support researchers working with First Nations research to ensure that research data is managed according to cultural protocols and international practice.Contribute to the field of Indigenous Data Sovereignty, Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property and Indigenous Information Literacy.Key responsibilitiesProactively contribute to and/or manage projects involving changes related to Library functions which may impact on other areas of the institution.Provide expert advice to stakeholders on how to work and manage Indigenous research data in alignment with protocols, policies and best practice.Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to develop policies and infrastructure to meet its objective of providing culturally appropriate access to Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander data.Actively build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to work effectively across multi-disciplinary projects to enhance and improve the Library’s service provision to clients.You haveRelevant degree qualification with substantial relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills that enable effective engagement, collaboration and partnership building with internal and external stakeholders in both face-to-face and online environments.Demonstrated knowledge relating to Indigenous community consultation and Indigenous research education.Including capacity to work with culturally sensitive data that shows the ability to follow best practice, guidelines and protocols.Applications are only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, pursuant to the exemption granted to UTS under s126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). We will only consider applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Establishing your status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person means any person who:is of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; andis accepted as such by the community in which you live and or have lived.All offers of employment will be subject to prior submission of satisfactory proof of Aboriginality. For more information on what constitutes as proof of Aboriginality, please click here.RemunerationBase Salary Range: $ 105,814 to $117,057 pa (HEW 7) pro rataThis role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.This is a part-time (0.4 FTE) fixed-term position until December 2025. A secondment arrangement may also be considered for eligible internal applicants.How to ApplyTo apply please submit these 3 documents:ResumeAnswers to the four key selection criteria requested under the 'You have' sectionOnly those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC307043 and your name.Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au.General questions about the role can be submitted to the hiring manager Ryan Stoker: ryan.stoker@uts.edu.auApplications Close: Monday 28th April 2025 at 11.59pm (AEST)Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.AccessibilityUTS Recruitment care about digital accessibility. If there is any content in our advertising that you have struggled with, please make us aware so that we can make our information accessible to all.In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact recruitment@uts.edu.au for assistance.UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. 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