Careers at UniSC

• Library Services, UniSC Sippy Downs or Moreton Bay Campus
• Level 8, $115,240 - $130,514 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Join our team at the University of the Sunshine Coast as the Manager of Library Collections and Access. In this key role, you will provide leadership in acquiring and managing library collections across various formats, ensuring compliance with university procurement policies and audit requirements. As a trusted advisor to the Director, you will offer insights on emerging technologies, standards, and technical matters related to acquisitions, licensing, and access to electronic and traditional resources. Leading important projects and continuous improvement initiatives, you will help enhance access to knowledge resources for our academic community.

For more information, please visit us online Library Services

You will

• lead the acquisition and management of library resources, ensuring a rich and accessible collection;
• oversee procurement, vendor partnerships, and license negotiations in line with university policies;
• enhance Course Readings and Resource Sharing, balancing compliance with academic needs; and
• guide collection management, from evaluating donations to refining resources for long-term sustainability.

About you

You're a forward-thinking leader with a passion for making knowledge accessible. With your expertise in library acquisitions and resource management, you’ll ensure our collections remain relevant, diverse, and easy to access. You thrive on building strong relationships, whether it's negotiating with vendors, guiding your team, or collaborating across the university. Managing budgets, evaluating services, and refining processes all come naturally to you, and you’re always on the lookout for smarter, more innovative ways to enhance library services. Most of all, you foster a positive, inclusive workplace where your team can grow, contribute, and make a real impact.

You will possess:

• Strong understanding of consortia purchasing, acquisitions, and procurement for electronic and print resources.
• Knowledge of licensing requirements in an academic setting.
• Ability to think analytically and creatively, using data to drive informed decisions.
• Experience leading teams through change, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance.
• Skilled in report writing, tailoring messages for different stakeholders.
• Awareness of the global publishing landscape and its impact on library collections.
• Understanding of metadata standards and best practices in library management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and build strategic partnerships.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  493021_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Thursday 13 March 2025

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Blanca Pizzani
Director, Library Services
Telephone: 07 5430 1257
Email: directorlibrary@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.