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Learning Services Librarian


Company : UNSW


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Learning Services Librarian role at UNSW2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Learning Services Librarian role at UNSWGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Employment Type: Full Time (35-hour week)Duration: Continuing RoleRemuneration: Level 5 from $88k + 17% superannuation & leave loadingLocation: Kensington NSWThis Job is based in AustraliaEmployment Type: Full Time (35-hour week)Duration: Continuing RoleRemuneration: Level 5 from $88k + 17% superannuation & leave loadingLocation: Kensington NSWWhy Your Role MattersUNSW Library is one of Australias major research libraries, supporting a large and diverse community of academic and research staff, students, and affiliated institutes. Serving 3 million in-person visitors and 20 million online interactions annually, the Library features world-class collections, services, and facilities across three sites, with close collaboration with the Academy Library - UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA).The Learning Services Librarian plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality support to meet the evolving needs of students, staff, and stakeholders. This role focuses on assisting clients with complex information finding and searching, providing expert judgment in managing competing priorities, and ensuring effective outcomes in a fast-paced environment. The position contributes to fostering a collaborative, client-centered culture within the Learning Services team while working closely with colleagues across Library units and the University.Reporting to the Library Learning Services Team Coordinator, this role provides indirect supervision and support to Library Learning Services Specialists, ensuring seamless and effective service delivery.This position is based on-site at our Kensington Campus. Work from home is not available.Who You AreThe ideal candidate will have skills and experience as follows:Completion of, or currently undertaking, a Library degreeDemonstrated experience in the provision of consistent high quality and effective client services.The ability to apply judgement and problem-solving skills to make operational decisions on the provision of resources and services within strict timeframes and with overlapping priorities.Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication, with the ability to effectively liaise and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to supervise and be responsible for monitoring the day-to-day operations of the Library Learning Services team including setting priorities and meeting service standards.An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.This role does require regular rostered weekend work, and the need to deliver student engagement workshops and library introductions/tours.Within your application, you should include a cover letter addressing the following role priorities:Your ability to deliver high-quality client services while using judgement and problem-solving skills to make effective operational decisions.Your experience in assisting clients with complex information finding and searching (ideally within a higher education context).Your ability to deliver engaging workshops, information sessions, or tours that actively involve students, enhance their information skills, and foster meaningful experiences.How To ApplyPlease submit your CV and a Cover Letter (two pages maximum) addressing the role priorities (as above).Applications close: Tuesday 29th July 2025 at 8pmThe OrganisationUNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes, were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do, its how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, youre in the right place.Benefits And CultureUNSW offers a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas periodAccess to lifelong learning and career developmentProgressive HR practicesDiscounts and entitlementsMore information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.Get In TouchShinee Jayatilaka Team Leaders.jayatilaka@unsw.edu.auWe strongly encourage candidates to reach out directly to Shinee Jayatilaka with any role related questions.UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. 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