Team Lead Library & Information Services (Orange)

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. Permanent full-time opportunity NSW office location based in Orange or Parramatta Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super Are you passionate about libraries, research, and turning information into real-world impact? This is a senior leadership role where you'll help shape how knowledge is accessed and used to support science, policy, and evidence-based decision making across NSW. About the role Our Library Services team supports regional agriculture libraries and a virtual research library used by scientists, policy makers and technical specialists across NSW. This is a senior leadership role for an experienced library professional to lead contemporary library and information services that support scientific research, policy development and evidence-based decision making. As Team Lead, you will provide both strategic and operational leadership across physical and digital library services, guiding a specialist team responsible for collections, research support and knowledge access. Working closely with research leaders, scientists and corporate partners, you will ensure trusted information is accessible, discoverable, and effectively used to support better outcomes for land, water, agriculture and the environment. For more information read the full Role Description: Team Lead Library and Information Services What you'll deliver Lead end-to-end library and research information services that support high-quality scientific research and evidence-based decision making. Partner with research teams to understand their information needs and deliver tailored support, including advanced literature searching, research discovery, and access to specialist resources. Provide strategic oversight of collections, subscriptions, and content licensing to ensure resources are relevant, cost-effective, and aligned with research priorities. Lead, mentor, and develop a qualified library team, building capability and a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement. Drive the development and improvement of digital library services, knowledge platforms, and research support tools. Oversee governance, procurement, and vendor management for library systems and information resources. Champion best practice research information services across the organisation and contribute to broader data, information, and knowledge management strategies. You will bring At least 5 years' experience in library management or leadership roles is highly regarded, ideally within research, science, or technical environments. A strong track record of leading library services, teams, and collections in complex or enterprise settings. Demonstrated experience partnering with researchers or subject matter experts to deliver high-value information support. Deep understanding of research workflows, scholarly communication, and digital library services. Strong people leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning capability. Ability to translate research needs into practical, high-impact library and information services. The work you lead supports research that underpins sustainable agriculture, natural resource management and evidence-based policy. By caring for NSW's scientific knowledge, you help shape smarter decisions — now and into the future. What's in it for me? Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support . We offer flexibility in work arrangements , diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed. Qualifications acceptable for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), Australian Society of Archivists (ASA) or other combination of qualifications and/or experience deemed by the State Librarian to be equivalent that meets the minimum standard of skill and knowledge inherent in the ALIA standard. Applications close Sunday, 31 May **** at 11:55PM. Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or *************
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