Department of People, Sport and Culture NT – Darwin NT
Job description
Agency Department of People, Sport and Culture Work unit Library and Archives NT
Job title Manager - Collection Management Designation Professional 3
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $114,199 - $127,898 Location Darwin
Position number 6093 RTF 342664 Closing 15/04/2026
Contact officer Lilly Ho on 08 8922 07***or ********@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://lant.nt.gov.au/ | https://dpsc.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342664
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go
to the OCPE website.
Overview
Primary objective
To ensure the Library and Archives NT collections are well-managed, documented, preserved, and accessible through effective
acquisition, cataloguing, description, storage, and preservation practices that meet professional standards. To work collaboratively
across the Collections and Content team to support the management and development of both print and digital collections.
Context statement
Library and Archives NT are the is the premier public research library and archival organisation of the Northern Territory, dedicated
to creating connections with and for communities, and serving as a trusted steward of Territory memory and history. Its collections
include NT Government archives, books, newspapers, photographs, maps, magazines, ephemera, websites, letters, diaries,
community and organisational records, and oral histories.
Library and Archives NT are a branch of the Northern Territory Government's Department of People, Sport, and Culture.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Ensure Library and Archives NT collections are accurately described to professional standards using cataloguing standards, metadata practices and maintain efficient data flows between systems.
* Develop, review, and maintain policies, processes, and workflow documentation relating to cataloguing, metadata, and overall collection management.
* Provide expert advice on cataloguing and metadata practice, storage, preservation and National eDeposit, and to support strategic planning and collection management directions.
* Manage the storage and preservation of physical and digital collections, including onsite and offsite facilities, to ensure long-term conservation and access.
* Oversee the procurement of library resources for Library and Archives NT and public libraries, including monographs and journals in both print and digital formats, and provide professional advice for library materials tenders and stakeholders.
* Monitor, analyse, and report on collections expenditure to ensure accountability and effective budget management.
* Plan and project manage collection moves, stock-taking, weeding, and collection audits.
* Lead the Collection Management team by allocating responsibilities, empowering staff, and establishing workflows to optimise technical operations.
Selection criteria
Essential
* Degree in library and information science with eligibility for Associate Membership of ALIA.
* Extensive knowledge of collection management practices, including acquisition, cataloguing, processing, and preservation.
* In-depth knowledge and experience with cataloguing and metadata standards and tools, including RDA, DDC, LCSH, DC and controlled vocabularies.
* Extensive knowledge of Library Management Systems and awareness of emerging collection technologies.
* Demonstrated experience in managing collections and facilities, including storage, building management, disaster preparedness, recovery and conservation practices.
* Sound knowledge of copyright and legal deposit legislation relevant to library and archival collections.
* Knowledge of procurement processes, including tendering, contracts, and budgeting.
* Proven leadership and people management skills, including experience in building effective teams.
* Strong project management skills, high-level written and good verbal communication abilities.
Desirable
* Knowledge of Northern Territory and Australian history and culture relevant to collection management.
* Experience in, or knowledge of contemporary practices in public and community or state equivalent library service provision.
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