APS5 Library Technician

Administrative Review Tribunal; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 89,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing programs

Generous leave allowances

Job summary

The Administrative Review Tribunal is hiring an APS5 Library Technician in the Sydney Registry, a full-time ongoing role until 30 June 2027 with a potential extension. The position is primarily onsite with some flexibility to work from home, offering $88,834–$96,829 per annum plus 15.4% employer superannuation.

The Library Services Team supports high-quality library and information services across the Tribunal’s national library, handling collections, systems upgrades and user access, with

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree recognised for Associate or Library Technician membership ofALIA.
• Experience maintaining physical and digital collections.
• Ability to contribute to operational projects and service improvements.
• Proficiency with library management systems and digital platforms such as SharePoint and Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality library and information services.
• Maintain physical and digital collections and assist with projects.
• Update the library management system and improve record quality.
• Assist with relocating and rehousing materials and ensure digital resources are accessible.
• Move and reshelve library resources as required.

Skills

Physical & digital collections

Library systems knowledge

SharePoint & Microsoft 365 proficiency

Risk assessment & prioritisation

Education

Diploma or degree recognised for Associate or Library Technician membership ofALIA

Tools

Library management systems

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

Job description

Applications Close: 20/09/2026 11:45 PM

Occupation: Information Management/Library

Location: Sydney Metropolitan

Work Type: Ongoing - Full Time, Non-ongoing - Full Time

Are you passionateaboutinformationmanagement,digitalisationorcollectionmaintenance?This isanexciting opportunity to joinourteamin a specialised libraryenvironment.

We areseekingto engagean APS5 LibraryTechnician inafulltimenon-ongoingroleuntil30 June 2027,with the possibilityofextension.

ThispositionwithintheLibrary Services TeamislocatedatourSydneyRegistry,primarilybasedonsite with someflexibility to work fromhome.

Remuneration: The annual salary range for the position is APS5is:$88,834-$96,829p.a., plus a generousemployer superannuation contribution of15.4%.

About theopportunity

The Library Technician supports thedelivery of high-quality library and information services acrossthe Tribunal’s national library. Working under general direction,the role undertakes defined operational activities and libraryprojects,maintainsphysical and digital collections,contributes to library systems and process improvements, and helpsmembers and staff access informationeffectively.

Aboutyou

The Tribunal’sLibrary Servicesis undertaking a major transition of its physical and digitalcollections. The successful applicant will help reorganise theSydney collection,assistwith relocating and rehousingmaterials from Brisbane, update the library management system,improve record quality, and ensure digital resources areappropriately stored and remainaccessible.

Thisrole has physicalrequirements, including moving and reshelving libraryresources.

To be successful youwillhave:

• Experiencemaintainingphysical anddigital collections, using library management systems, andundertaking collection maintenanceactivities.
• The abilitytocontribute to operational projects and serviceimprovements, includingidentifyingpracticalsystem and processenhancements
• Ademonstrated capability using digital systems andtechnology platforms, including library managementsystems,SharePointand Microsoft 365applications
• Theabilitytoexercise sound judgement, assessrisks, balance competing priorities, and applylibraryexpertiseto determineappropriatesolutionsandoutcomes.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Diploma ordegree recognised for Associate or Library Technicianmembership ofALIA

Eligibility

• AustralianCitizenship
• AustralianFederal Police Check
• Pre-employment checks

About theTribunal:

The Administrative Review Tribunalplays a crucial role in the Australian legal landscape, providing aprocess for individuals and organisations to seek an independentreview of decisions made under a wide range of Commonwealthlaws.

We believe in providing our employeeswith a work environment that is supportive and rewarding. Ourculture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility anddiversity. We believe our people are ourmostvaluableassetand we work to support theskills,knowledgeand capability of ourstaff.

You can learn more about the Tribunalon our website, Aboutus | Administrative Review Tribunal

What weoffer:

• flexibleworking options, includingflexi-timeand remoteworking to support you with your commitments outside ofwork.
• salarypackaging options
• access toholistic health and wellbeing programs including FitnessPassport which provides discounted access to 350+ gyms,free annual influenzavaccinationsand free eyetests
• generousleave allowances including Christmas to New Year officeclosure with no deduction from your leavebalance.

Readour EnterpriseAgreement for moreinformation about our terms and conditions ofemployment.

Our commitment to inclusionand diversity

The Administrative ReviewTribunal is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providingan inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusionforall employees. We encourage and welcome applications from peoplewith disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent,culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all genders,LGBTQIA+ community and mature age people. If you have any supportor access requirements, we encourage you toadviseus ifinvited to interview.

RecruitAbilityScheme

RecruitAbilityapplies to this vacancy. Should youapply for this vacancy under the scheme, declare you have adisability, and meet theminimumrequirements for therole, you will be invitedtoparticipatein furtherassessment activity for the vacancyFor more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

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