Systems Librarian | St Kilda Road

Job Description

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With over 3,400 students from Early Learning to Year 12 across three metropolitan campuses, the College provides a rich educational experience that values excellence, inclusivity, and holistic development.

We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Systems Librarian to join our Library Services team. This role is strategic and cross-campus, with a primary focus on Booklist coordination and LibGuides design, alongside oversight, innovation, and continuous improvement of all Library-related systems and digital platforms. This is a 0.4 FTE temporary position, operating as a job-share, commencing Term 1, 2026 and concluding Term 4, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic development, oversight, and integration of all library systems and digital platforms (e.g., Accessit, ClickView, LibGuides, WiSE pages).
• Manage the Library Management System, ensuring data integrity, system enhancements, and integrations.
• Lead system audits, needs assessments, and annual usage reviews to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee library budget management, procurement, subscriptions, and licensing in partnership with Digital Learning Practice and ITS.
• Coordinate the campus booklist in consultation with teaching staff and textbook providers.
• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for library systems; mentor other library staff.
• Lead training initiatives for staff on library systems, research tools, and digital platforms.
• Develop and maintain procedural documentation, digital research guides, and LibGuides.
• Act as liaison with College departments for library systems integration and represent Library Services in College-level forums.
• Provide student support, including research, referencing, and general library inquiries.
• Contribute to the culture and life of the campus as an integrated member of the community.

Position Requirements:

• ALIA-recognised Bachelor Degree or Graduate Diploma in Librarianship with systems expertise.
• Demonstrated experience managing and troubleshooting library systems in a school or similar environment.
• Essential: strong proficiency in HTML and CSS.
• Experience in liaison, negotiation, and understanding user requirements of systems in educational settings.
• Excellent organisational, time management, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support staff.
• Knowledge of current and emerging library technologies, including AI, with the ability to apply them positively in educational programs.
• Current Working With Children Check and National Police Certificate.

Additional Information:

• This is a 0.4 FTE temporary job-share position for the duration of the 2026 school year (Term 1–4).
• Applications are accepted via Seek or the Wesley College website.

Please visit www.wesleycollege.edu.au for a full position description and to apply online.

For further information, please contact People Services at people.services@wesleycollege.edu.au. Applications close at 5:00pm on 12 December 2025.

Please note that applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. The position may close earlier should a suitable candidate be appointed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Wesley College is a child-safe employer committed to the welfare and protection of children. All potential employees and volunteers must comply with the College's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, and undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.