Head of Academic Library Engagement & Services

CQUniversity Centre for Professional Development; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

17% superannuation

5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 days)

10 days personal/sick leave

Carer’s leave

Professional development opportunities

Paid parental leave (up to 26 weeks)

Job summary

CQUniversity Library invites applications for Leader - Library Student and Academic Engagement. You will lead a team of Research and Academic Engagement Librarians and Client Services Librarians, delivering high‑quality services and programs while pioneering innovations in library engagement.

As a member of the Library Leadership Team, you will shape service direction, build capability, strengthen stakeholder partnerships and contribute to student success and research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience in library, information management or related field.
• Eligibility for associate or allied membership with ALIA.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of librarians delivering high-quality services and programs.
• Drive innovation in library engagement and client experiences.
• Shape service direction and strengthen stakeholder partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

People leadership

Communication

Innovation

Change management

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

ALIA membership eligibility

Job description

CQUniversity Library invites applications for Leader - Library Student and Academic Engagement. You will lead a team of Research and Academic Engagement Librarians and Client Services Librarians, delivering high‑quality services and programs while pioneering innovations in library engagement.

As a member of the Library Leadership Team, you will shape service direction, build capability, strengthen stakeholder partnerships and contribute to student success and research outcomes.