Full‐time, Continuing. Digital Services Directorate, CQUniversity Bundaberg or Rockhampton. Higher Education Worker Level 8.
Salary: $139,486 to $154,893 per annum (salary $117,868 to $130,887 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading).
Role Overview
At CQUniversity Library, we deliver digital library services. As Leader, Library Student and Academic Engagement, you will lead a team delivering teaching, learning, and research support services to a diverse community of students, academics, and researchers, driving continuous improvement and ensuring consistent, high‐quality service across all channels.
This role is for someone energized by the evolving landscape of academic libraries, with deep expertise in supporting students, academics, and researchers, and the ability to translate that expertise into strategic direction and practical service excellence.
Responsibilities
* Contributing to the development and evolution of digital library services, providing expert advice on emerging trends, policy changes, and service gaps at institutional and sector levels.
* Leading best practice in the design and delivery of library teaching, learning, and research services, including information and AI literacy programs, embedded library support, and open educational resources.
* Managing and improving the Library's tiered service channels, working collaboratively with Digital Services colleagues and engaging with academic staff, researchers, and key stakeholders across the University.
* Leading, mentoring, and developing your team, including performance management, workload allocation, and professional development.
Benefits
* 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award‐winning superfund)
* 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
* 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave
* 7.25 hours engaged service leave
* Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
* Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements
* Relevant postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience in library, information management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
* Demonstrated leadership in the delivery of learning, teaching and research support services within a tertiary or complex service environment, including embedded library instruction and contribution to student success and research outcomes.
* Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary academic library practice, including information and AI literacy, and the evolving role of libraries in supporting teaching, learning and research.
* Strong understanding of service management principles and library service delivery within a tertiary environment, with experience driving operational effectiveness and continuous improvement.
* Proven ability to lead teams, manage service delivery, and deliver projects that support strategic service development and innovation.
* Eligible for associate or allied membership with the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
Work Rights
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post‐study work rights are encouraged to apply.
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