Deputy University Librarian

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full Time 
• Library – Corporate Services Division
• CQUniversity Rockhampton (other CQU locations are negotiable) (Relocation support available)
• Higher Education Worker Level 9
• Total Remuneration $151,307 to $158,158 pa (including salary of $127,857 to $133,646 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The CQUniversity Library delivers digital library services differently. We are seeking a Deputy University Librarian to lead the Library’s academic engagement with the digital library agenda and to drive the delivery of high quality services that meet the future needs of the University. Your responsibilities will include:

• Oversight of the delivery of library services and ensuring achievement of library operational plans.
• Leading the development and execution of an effective engagement and consultation plan including academic staff, researchers and relevant committees, projects and working groups.
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, by monitoring services and projects, stakeholder feedback and developing robust plans to ensure that library services demonstrate commitment to ongoing service improvement and sustainable outcomes.

We offer relocation assistance to support your move and help you settle in with ease. While this position is based in Rockhampton, we’re open to discussing alternative locations that suit your circumstances.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund) 
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Detailed and comprehensive knowledge in relevant areas of Library and Information Management, including service delivery, resource management, research support, copyright, library systems and management reporting.
• Demonstrated operational management skills and proven team leadership and supervision skills.
• Ability to drive, promote and influence cultural change initiatives within the Library and act as a mentor for staff.
• Eligible for associate membership with the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 30 March 2025

Job Requisition ID: 5466

Contact Details: 

Anita Brown

(07) 4150 7022

a.m.brown@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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