Senior Librarian, Access & Inclusion

at  State Library of Victoria

If you require an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or the provision of a particular access service, please contact us via email (employment@slv.vic.gov.au).

• Fixed term opportunity until January 2025
• A senior Librarian role with focus on accessibility
• Employee benefits include a 10% discount at Readings bookstore and Mr Tulk Café

About the Library
State Library Victoria is Australia’s oldest public library, and one of the first free public libraries in the world.
We believe in the power of knowledge to change lives. Free to access and open to all, the Library enriches the cultural, educational, social and economic lives of all Victorians.
State Library Victoria preserves and shares the stories of Victoria and the world, and is a major destination for stimulating cultural experiences, contemporary debates, and community-driven collecting. We encourage learning, exploration, imagination, and creativity, opening up possibilities for all Victorians.
About the Opportunity
The Senior Librarian, Access and Inclusion develops and implements interventions that reduce barriers to access and engagement with the Library’s collections and services for people with disability, people experiencing social disadvantage and people with complex needs.
The role facilitates access to specialist and expert advice across State Library Victoria in relation to the needs of people with disability and people experiencing social disadvantage.
About You
The ideal candidate has completed a library and information science qualification or equivalent degree, that confers eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). The ideal candidate will also have knowledge on disability and other socially disadvantaged communities and have a good understanding on accessibility and other challenges the communities face. People with a disability or from other socially disadvantaged communities are highly encouraged to apply.

Please refer the Job description for details