Library Systems Lead

Position Number:
Location:Parkville
Role type:Fulltime;Continuing
Department:Student and Scholarly Services
Salary:UoM 7 $106432 $115211 p.a. plus 17 super

• Drive library system innovation enhance user interfaces and optimise resource discovery
• Apply now to lead cuttingedge library systems development improving access to worldclass resources for students and researchers
• Investing in you benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.

In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2 the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to FixedTerm or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective all continuing vacancieswill be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered ahead of external recruitment.

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Your next career opportunity
As the Library Systems Lead at the University of Melbourne youll be at the forefront of managing and innovating the Library Services Platform (LSP) and associated applications. Youll have the opportunity to shape user interfaces streamline library operations and enhance the discovery of resources across the university. Your role will directly impact how students researchers and staff access and interact with the librarys vast resources making this a key position for those passionate about library technology and user experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage Library Systems: Oversee the configuration and ongoing management of the LSP and associated applications focusing on interface design and usability.
• Enhance User Experience: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure library interfaces provide effective and intuitive user experiences.
• Drive System Integration: Facilitate the integration of library systems with enterpriselevel and other university systems to ensure efficient processes and data management.
• Lead Projects: Coordinate and manage projects related to the LSP ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a techsavvy professional with a strong understanding of library systems excellent project management skills and a passion for enhancing user experiences in accessing academic resources.

You may also:

• Have postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Demonstrate experience in coordinating library system platforms with a focus on user experience.
• Show experience working with external and internal technologyrelated support providers.
• Have experience with webrelated programming/scripting using modern tools and languages.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
• Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check outour benefitspage!

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Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Working at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the following Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

1. Experience coordinating a Library system platform with a user experience focus
2. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams to achieve business objectives
3. Experience managing projects and delivering outcomes on time and to budget

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Walid via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Advertised: 08 Apr 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 14 Apr 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time