Library Assistant

Mt Maria College, North Brisbane’s first Catholic Co-Educational College, was established in 1978. As a member of Marist Schools Australia, our educational philosophy is based on the teachings of St Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Order. The College has developed significantly in recent years having expanded its facilities to provide excellent education opportunities for Year 7-12 students. Currently, 1020 students are part of our Mt Maria family with a high demand for future enrolments. The College provides the opportunities for all its students to develop to their full potential, ready to be positive and justice centered contributors to society.

Explore our school website to learn more about us.

We are seeking candidates for the following position:

• Library Assistant

LIBRARY ASSISTANT ROLE

• You will display an understanding of the work of a library with experience and knowledge in the use of technology
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with a Library Operating system (OLIVER preferred) would be favourable but not essential
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to exercise judgement and initiative in the delivery of services to need.
• Ability to provide effective client services within a school community library context.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Respond to enquiries from staff, students, parents, and the public and address issues in accordance with routines, methods and procedures
• Receive and deal with initial requests for information from library clients
• Process basic circulation transactions such as issues and returns
• Perform a range of general duties at a basic level, for example, book covering, minor book repairs, photocopying and shelving
• Under the supervision of the Teacher Librarian, assist in the supervision of students in the library
• Catalogue new acquisitions directly through library computer system and via SCIS.
• Laminate and/or bind requests from different departments
• Escalate complex library and library user issues for consideration by the Teacher Librarian
• Generate and provide routine library resources usage reports for discussion and review with the Resource Manager on possible changes and improvements
• Create and coordinate library displays to school needs and programs under the guidance of the Teacher Librarian

Please attach a cover letter stating which role you are applying for and addressing the above criteria to your resume.

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

Estimated start date: Commencing January 2023

Position tenure: Fixed Term

Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Tenure duration (where Fixed Term): 2023 School Year

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: Library Assistant- 12 hours over 3 days, working hours negotiable.

Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 3 - $30.97 per hour

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Contact: Natalie Bourke

Contact number: 07 3550 3400

Contact email:   natalie.bourke@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing date:   29-Nov-2022

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