We are seeking a Librarian with a heart for Christian ministry and a passion for delivering high-quality library services to students and staff. Based at our Perth campus, this part-time role offers the opportunity to play a vital role at the heart of teaching and learning within the Heather and Noel Vose Library (HNV) – one of Western Australia's most respected theological libraries, with a rich history since 1963 and a growing collection of over 51,000 resources.
This role is ideal for a hands-on academic or specialist librarian who enjoys working directly with students, staff, and community borrowers, delivering research assistance, supporting library systems and collections.
Bonus leave over Christmas and New Year office closure.
Free access to support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Free staff parking and discounted study (up to 30%) at Morling College (MC).
Above Award level remuneration and flexible working arrangements.
As our Librarian, you will:
Manage daily library operations on the Perth campus, ensuring smooth, welcoming, and efficient service for students, staff and community borrowers.
Work closely with the Library Director and collaboratively with interstate library colleagues across our multi-campus network (Perth, Sydney, Brisbane), and align service standards, coordinate workforce planning and library initiatives.
Deliver high-quality user support and research assistance, including orientations, research skills workshops, and one-on-one help.
Oversee the library management system and IT equipment, ensuring all systems are functioning and up-to-date.
Support collection management across print and digital resources – acquisitions, cataloguing, metadata maintenance, licensing, usage reviews, deselection and preservation.
Collaborate with teaching faculty to support curriculum needs and resource discovery.
Supervise casual staff to maintain consistent service quality.
Provide backup support for reception and campus events, and maintain a safe campus environment by assisting with WHS matters where needed.
This role is part-time 0.7 FTE, 26.6 hours/week during business hours, and includes one evening shift during the Semester weeks.
Remuneration: $77,554/annum pro-rated to $54,287/annum (excl. 12% Super).
Essential Attributes (please respond to these attributes in your Cover Letter):
Library qualification recognised by ALIA (e.g., Bachelor of Information Management / Library & Info Studies) — eligibility for Associate Librarian membership preferred.
Minimum 2 years' library experience, with hands-on work in cataloguing, customer service, or resource management.
Commitment to delivering exemplary customer service and student/staff support.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong digital literacy, ability to quickly learn new systems and troubleshoot common issues.
Reliable, self-directed worker with strong organisational skills.
Demonstrated Christian character and active involvement in an evangelical church.
Alignment of personal values, beliefs and practices with the mission, Staff Code ( and Christian ethos of Morling College.
Familiarity with theology as a subject area.
How to Apply:
Please apply with a brief cover letter responding to the essential attributes above along with a current CV.
Kindly note that applications without a cover letter, or which do not address the essential criteria, will not be reviewed.
For a full overview of this role, including key responsibilities and the capabilities required for success, please contact @morling.edu.au
Please note: Applications will be assessed as they are received. We reserve the right to employ at any stage if a suitable candidate is identified.
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