Library Services Officer at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

80606.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Focused, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Adaptability, Problem Resolution, Self-Organisation, Self-Motivation, Digital Capabilities, Attention To Detail, Collaboration, Flexibility, Service Delivery, Resource Management, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement, Active Listening

Industry

Higher Education

Description

UQ Library This is a full-time, continuing position with salary in the range $76,025 - $80,606 (HEW 4), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. Join a dynamic team, providing essential library services and support to students and academics. You will be a customer-focused individual with strong teamwork and communication skills, who thrives in a diverse and dynamic environment to be successful in this role. Based at our St Lucia campus. About This Opportunity This is a rewarding opportunity to provide exceptional service to UQ's students and academics by ensuring seamless access to learning resources. As a key member of the Learning Resources team, you will manage the University's reading list system, assist teaching staff with copyright management, and work collaboratively across Library teams to support teaching and learning initiatives. You will be adaptable and committed to enhancing the student experience. Key responsibilities will include: Client Support & Resource Navigation Provide information and advice on library resources, UQ systems, and services. Assess client needs, including IT issues, offering solutions or specialist referrals. Operational Management & Documentation Create, edit, maintain, and delete library and institutional records. Assist with developing and maintaining Library documentation and statistical reports, supporting compliance and reporting. Team Support & Problem Resolution Support, supervise, and act as an escalation point for colleagues, including training, coordinating workflows, and quality assurance. Resolve routine and non-routine issues, escalating as appropriate. Continuous Improvement & Flexibility Contribute ideas for continuous improvement of systems, processes, and policies, and participate in implementing change initiatives. Demonstrate flexibility and agility to assist with all library operational activities and sites, undertaking rostered shifts and other duties as directed. Please note: Occasional evening, weekend and/or roster work will be required. This role involves some lifting and upper body work for shelving activities. Please note the University of Queensland Library reserves the right to transfer staff to any of its services. About You Degree/qualifications with demonstrated competence in service delivery and improvement, including proficient use of technology, adherence to policies, responsible resource management, and timely, proactive delivery. Proven digital capabilities, including competence in various software and familiarity with systems like library management systems. Evidence of delivering quality results, maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, taking responsibility for actions and timelines, and proactively addressing issues and risks. Demonstrable self-organisation, self-motivation, and self-leadership, including managing timelines, sharing knowledge, and actively engaging in self-development. Proven effective communication, providing clear information, active listening, and contributing positively to workplace discussions. An excellent team player, collaborating effectively with a positive, cooperative, and inclusive mindset. Exhibits an adaptable and flexible approach to work, remaining open to new situations and demonstrating the ability to pivot within a changing environment. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading. Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight. Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family. Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section. Resume For more information about this opportunity, please contact Natalie at n.hull@library.uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Applications close 16 November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-57815). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 25 November 2025. UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional service to UQ's students and academics by ensuring seamless access to learning resources. Manage the University's reading list system and assist teaching staff with copyright management.