• Full Time/Continuing position
• Located at Melbourne, Bundoora or any other regional Victorian campus
• [HE10] – TRP $146,840 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation

About the position

Are you looking to build a career in an exciting and evolving world of information and discovery where the digital and physical environments connect to unlock human potential?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, team-focused, experienced individual to lead our Library Collections and Researcher Services portfolio.

In this position, you will play a key role in developing strategy, policy and frameworks for Library initiatives to advance the University’s teaching and research mission.

With Scholarly Collections, you will provide the vision and leadership in the acquisition and stewardship of rich and diverse collections for which the University Library is responsible, including special archival and cultural collections. In this position, you will play a key role in developing strategy, policy and frameworks for library initiatives to advance the University’s research mission. In supporting the University’s broader research and e-research agenda the role provides strategic leadership and value-adding initiatives for research infrastructure and services, including the University repository (OPaL), bibliometrics and research impact, researcher training, research data management, digitisation, and digital preservation

The incumbent, as a member of the Library Executive Team is required to provide high level strategic advice to the University Librarian on Library planning, scholarly research and collections matters; and to represent the University at key industry and sector forums.

Working for La Trobe University Library is an exciting and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be a part of a team contributing to shaping the success of our students and academics. Does this sound like you? If so, we want to hear from you.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Postgraduate qualification with significant leadership and senior management experience in a higher education environment
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities including the ability to lead, motivate and develop effective teams of specialists from diverse disciplines that work in libraries, archives, special and cultural collections
• High level awareness of international standards, trends and developments in research and research libraries, particularly in research services and collections; and an ability to provide high level advice and strategic leadership in these areas for the University Library
• Extensive experience in financial management and resource allocation, including managing large and complex resource budgets involving complex international procurement
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated experience in negotiations, managing vendor relationships and professional relationships with other major libraries, archives and cultural institutions
• Demonstrated track record in collaborative and collegial contribution to a senior leadership team, and ability to contribute to the organisational growth of the University Library and demonstrate its value to the broader University

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

About La Trobe

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria. Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we’re passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:

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Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• flexible work arrangements
• discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: Sunday 24 July By 11:55 pm

Position Enquiries: Jay Glaisyer, j.glaisyer@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Library information:

La Trobe University Library.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

The University’s Health and Safety Procedure – COVID-19 Vaccination and Other Measures, requires staff engaged to perform work onsite at La Trobe University to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are exempt from being vaccinated due to a recognised medical contraindication. This position will require the incumbent to work onsite. As such, an offer of employment will be conditional upon the applicant being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination, and providing satisfactory evidence of their vaccination or exemption status to the University.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• A separate document addressing “Skills and Experience” bullet points in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description; and
• An up to date resume.

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Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.