Library Technician

Victorian Government; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working arrangements

Annual leave loading

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria seeks a Library Professional to maintain and develop its library collections across Melbourne and Cranbourne sites. You will catalogue using RDA and MARC 21 standards, manage print journals, and digitise materials for the Canto DAM system while supporting stakeholder enquiries.

The role requires a Diploma of Library and Information Services, experience in a specialised library, and adeptness with library management systems and Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Library and Information Services or equivalent; eligibility forALIA
• Experience in a specialised library setting
• Strong understanding of standard library procedures and workflows
• Expertise in cataloguing to RDA and MARC 21 standards, with attention to detail

Responsabilités

• Maintain and develop the library's collections and accessions
• Manage print journals through accessioning and overdue follow‑ups
• Update item records and prepare materials for binding
• Catalogue materials in languages other than English and support Canto DAM digitisation
• Respond to enquiries from diverse stakeholders and provide library tours

Connaissances

RDA cataloguing

MARC 21 standards

Library management systems

Microsoft 365

Digitisation

Formation

Diploma of Library and Information Services

Outils

Library management systems

Description du poste

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) is one of Victoria's most recognised and respected public institutions, contributing to world-class scientific research, conservation and education while creating meaningful experiences for visitors.

Across our Melbourne and Cranbourne sites, we connect people with plants and the natural world, supporting environmental sustainability, community wellbeing and cultural engagement. For further information please visit https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/

What You'll Do

You'll play an important role in maintaining and developing the library's collections, managing print journals through accessioning, updating item records, following up on overdue issues and preparing materials for binding. You'll catalogue a diverse range of resources in accordance with Resource Description and Access (RDA) standards, including materials in languages other than English, while balancing priorities to ensure accurate cataloguing and efficient library operations. The role also involves digitising materials for the Canto digital asset management system, responding to enquiries from a diverse range of stakeholders, and delivering informative library tours for staff and selected special interest groups.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate will bring a Diploma of Library and Information Services or equivalent qualification, with eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), alongside experience working in a specialised library and a sound understanding of standard library procedures. You'll have demonstrated expertise in cataloguing using RDA and MARC 21 standards, experience with a range of library management systems, and confidence using Microsoft 365 and digitisation and image processing applications. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team will be essential. An interest in botany, science and/or history will be highly regarded, along with the flexibility to manage competing priorities and undertake the manual handling of library materials as required.

All other key selection criteria can be found in the position description which is located under the attachments heading on the Victorian Government Careers website.

Working with Us

At RBGV you'll be part of a nationally recognised organisation that makes a genuine impact on a local and international scale. As an employee you will benefit from flexible working arrangements to assist in creating genuine work/life balance, annual leave loading, access to an Employee Assistance Program and much more.

RBGV is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our organisation is a proudly child safe organisation and committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary pre-employment checks prior to appointment.

Applications close Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11.59pm