Senior Librarian, Online Learning Resources
Company: The University of Melbourne
Location: Parkville, VIC, Australia
Salary: $106432 - 115211 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Description
Senior Librarian, Online Learning Resources
Location: Parkville, VIC, Australia
Company: The University of Melbourne
Salary: $106432 – 115211 per year
Date: 2024-09-27
Job Title: Senior Librarian, Online Learning Resources
Company: The University of Melbourne
Job Description
- Coordinate the library’s online presence to support student learning and skill development.
- Lead the creation of innovative, high-quality online learning resources aligned with strategic educational priorities.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Senior Librarian (Online Learning Resources) is a key role in supporting the library’s learning and teaching program. This position is responsible for coordinating and developing high-quality online learning resources that align with the university’s strategic priorities and learning and teaching goals. The Senior Librarian works collaboratively with colleagues to ensure these resources effectively support the development of students’ scholarly and digital capabilities.Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinate the production, maintenance and review of the Library’s university-wide online learning resources to support students’ scholarly and digital capabilities, including Library Guides, Canvas LMS and web content, and videos.
- Coordinate service improvement projects and lead cross-functional teams of library staff to enhance the Library’s online learning resources.
- Manage and maintain key systems, platforms, and technologies used within the Library Learning Program to develop students’ scholarly and digital capabilities.
- Coordinate professional development initiatives to enhance Library Learning and Engagement staff digital capabilities, particularly relating to online learning, pedagogy, educational technologies, and digital experience.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills with the ability to influence others effectively. They have excellent verbal and written communication, a keen attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.You will also have:
- Tertiary qualifications in librarianship or a relevant discipline and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.
- Eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering online learning resources to support students’ scholarly and digital capability development in a university environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading service improvement projects to enhance students’ digital experience of engaging with Library services, resources, spaces or programs.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t 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.Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out page!The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via and stay connected with our stories and people on .Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit page.We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit –Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if 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 contact details listed on the Position Description.Advertised: 16 Sep 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 30 Sep 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time