Officer, Library Acquisitions
Australian National University
Posted 24 days ago
Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $89,760 - $97,918 per annum plus 17% Superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Continuing
We Offer
Excellent remuneration and benefits packages
17% Superannuation Contributions
Annual Leave Loading
Salary sacrificing options for cars, parking, technology, childcare and more
Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO5_Officer, Library Acquisitions.pdf
Position overview
Are you an energetic person who thrives on providing quality service to library users? Do you have an understanding of acquisition and cataloguing processes in a library environment? If you do and you are well organised, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to liaise with abroad range of people, and are committed to a team approach, we would welcome your application to work at the Australian National University Library.
As part of the Collection Access & Discovery stream, the Officer, Library Technical Services supports the acquisitions, cataloguing and organisation of scholarly information resources in all languages and formats. This position also participates in rostered information services.
The Area:
The University Library is a key piece of research infrastructure for researchers and students. The Collection Access and Discovery functional area of the Library manages acquisitions, access, systems and metadata. This position contributes to the University Library through participating in the acquisition, cataloguing and organisation of scholarly information resources that support the University’s teaching and research programs.
For more information, please contact Naqiya Rahman, Coordinator, Library Acquisitions for Collection Access and Discovery, [email protected]
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected]
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Closing Date: Thursday 6 August 2026, 11:55pm (AEST)
About Australian National University
ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Our location points to our unique history, ties to the Australian Government and special standing as a resource for the Australian people.
Our focus on research as an asset, and an approach to education, ensures our graduates are in demand the world-over for their abilities to understand, and apply vision and creativity to addressing complex contemporary challenges.
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