School Library Technician - Part-Time, 2 Days/Week

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Vermont Secondary College in Melbourne is seeking a Library Officer to support the school library services for students and staff. The role involves managing the circulation desk, cataloguing, and maintaining resources, with duties including stocktakes, displays, and assisting with research and information retrieval.

Part-time position, approximately two days per week, conducted on-site within the school library.

Responsibilities

• The Library Officer supports the effective operation of the school library and the delivery of quality services to students and staff.
• Manage the daily operation of the library circulation desk.
• Maintain library management systems, including cataloguing, circulation and resource records.
• Process new resources including ordering, accessioning, cataloguing and preparation.
• Maintain library collections in an organised, accessible and attractive condition.
• Complete stocktakes, collection reviews and resource maintenance.
• Support the efficient borrowing and return of resources.
• Maintain library facilities, equipment and displays.
• Support the development and maintenance of print and digital collections.
• Develop engaging library displays and promotional materials.
• Identify damaged, outdated or unsuitable resources for review.
• Maintain accurate cataloguing records.
• Assist students and staff accessing library resources and services.
• Support students to become confident and independent library users.
• Assist students with research, information retrieval and resource location.
• Support staff in locating materials relevant to curriculum programs.
• Assist in the development of displays, competitions and promotional activities.
• Maintain library records, statistics and usage data.
• Liaise with suppliers and service providers as required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and education support staff.
• Participate in professional learning and performance development processes.
• Other duties as required by the Principal.

Job description

Vermont Secondary College in Melbourne is seeking a Library Officer to support the school library services for students and staff. The role involves managing the circulation desk, cataloguing, and maintaining resources, with duties including stocktakes, displays, and assisting with research and information retrieval.

Part-time position, approximately two days per week, conducted on-site within the school library.