Team Leader Metadata and Cataloguing
APS level 6
This is an Identified position open to all Australian Citizens.
Our Journey AIATSIS has a proud identity as Australia's only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led national cultural institution that celebrates, educates, and inspires people from all walks of life to connect with the rights, knowledge, cultures and stories of Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We play a vital role in developing deeper and shared understandings of our Nation's history and future on Australia's truth-telling journey, working towards collective healing.
Our Vision To create a world in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' rights, knowledge, cultures and stories are recognised, respected, celebrated and valued.
Our Purpose We are the only national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural institution solely dedicated to telling the story of Australia's First Nations peoples.
Vacancy Information Job Reference : 260_12 / 24
Classification : APS level 6
No. of vacancies : 1
Salary : $90,199 - $101,022
Group : Collection Services
Area : Collection Management
Employment Status : Ongoing
Hours : Full time
Close Date : 11.30pm, Wednesday 15 January 2025
Contact Person : Alana Harris
02 6261 4220
About the Group The Collections Services Group is responsible for the development, management, and preservation of the AIATSIS Collection.
About the Program Area The Collection Management Program sits within the Collection Services Group. Key operational activities of the program include cataloguing, accessioning, and describing the AIATSIS Audiovisual, Photographic, Manuscript and Published collections.
Role Summary The Team Leader plays a key role in the development, management and documentation of AIATSIS collection materials. This work involves:
Assessment, accessioning, cataloguing and describing AIATSIS collection materials. Development and review of collection management standards and procedures. Quality assurance. Collections research. Communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Descriptive work, including creating finding aids, auditioning, and captioning. Supporting the Assistant Director and contributing to the development and implementation of wider program and agency business plan, policies and procedures. The work involves the care and management of items with cultural sensitivities.
Key Responsibilities Key responsibilities of the role include: Collaborate with the Assistant Director in managing the workflow including prioritising, allocating and undertaking the collection development and management activities. Undertake a review or development of policy, standards and procedural documents. Conduct research on collection materials and report its outcomes. Provide training and supervision and act on own and others' development needs. Contribute to the achievement of AIATSIS goals and objectives. Cultural capability - essential Roles at AIATSIS require candidates to have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and proven culturally appropriate engagement and communications skills.
Skills, knowledge and personal attributes To be successful in this role, you will have well-developed stakeholder engagement skills with a high level of cultural competency and an interest in sharing the story of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia. You will come with the following skills, experience and attributes:
An understanding of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property Rights. Demonstrated experience in library and/or collection management systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proven research and writing skills. Strong time management and organisational skills. Experience in providing training and motivating and supervising staff. A professional qualification in Librarianship and/or information studies. What we offer We offer great salary conditions, superannuation, competitive leave entitlements, health benefits, study leave, and flexible working conditions.
How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Apply through our online recruitment system (eRecruit). Closing Date: 11.30pm (AEDST) on Wednesday 15 January 2025.
Applicants are required to submit a current CV/resume and address both the Cultural Capability and skills, knowledge and personal attributes sections in their response.
If you need assistance developing your response, you may want to refer to the applying for jobs on the Australian Public Service Commission website.
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