Manager, Library Business Services

• Lead strategic planning, foster continuous improvement, and drive excellence in library operations in a supportive and dynamic environment
• A unique opportunity to gain comprehensive experience across HR, finance, and workforce planning while delivering quality and continuous improvement

 Be challenged and imagine with us

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic individual to join our Library Executive Leadership Team as the Manager, Library Services. This role is pivotal in overseeing all operational and HR services within the library, including financial management, workplace health and safety, staff development, recruitment, and more. It offers a unique breadth of responsibility, serving as an excellent stepping stone into general management within the academic sector. Amongst other things you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of the library’s strategic planning framework.
• Work closely with the Planning and Quality Officer to ensure alignment with university planning cycles and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement and coordinate the library’s quality management framework to foster a culture of innovation and excellence in service delivery.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the University Librarian’s office, providing high-level leadership and administrative support.
• Lead the development and implementation of the library’s workforce development plan, ensuring robust onboarding, training, and succession planning to meet strategic objectives.
• Keep abreast of changes in legislation, HR practices, and university policies, advising the Library Executive accordingly.

This fixed term position is full time at a HEW 8 Higher Education Level until July 2025 located at Callaghan Campus.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

The University Library sits within the Academic Division and plays a pivotal role in supporting the learning and research needs of the UON community. Library staff work in partnership with the University community to provide convenient access to high quality information resources and information management services, tailored programs of student and researcher support, and first-class learning environments.

Library Business Services manages the central planning and quality management functions of the University Library, including finance, Human Resources, quality assurance, business efficiency, compliance and projects. The team provide expert advice and guidance to improve library operations and support key library projects.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is from $112,112 - $130,798 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below

1. Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Proven experience and understanding of business operations, including finance, human resources, strategic planning, compliance, risk and quality management.
3. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures and plans in a large organisation, with a clear focus on innovation and client focused solutions.
4. Demonstrated leadership capability including the ability to lead/inspire a team of professional staff to deliver exceptional performance/outcomes.
5. High level analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated experience in using business data analysis.
6. Ability to work collaboratively and bring together people from different work areas to contribute to strategic and operational initiatives or priorities.
7. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including the capacity to build relationships and an inter-disciplinary way of working.

 To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Matthew Davis, University Librarian on (02) 4921 6455 or via email Matthew.Davis@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Sunday 14th July 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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