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Librarian Grade 1

State Library of New South Wales

Cataloguing & Collection Services | Library Services Division

Librarian Grade 1, Full Time Ongoing

About the State Library

The State Library of New South Wales is one of Australia's oldest and most important public institutions. The Library preserves and presents the history of our State and our Nation for the benefit of all, offering essential services, extraordinary collections and magical experiences. Its rich collections, both physical and digital, alongside partnerships with the public library network across NSW and other vibrant collaborations enable Australians to examine their past and imagine their future.

About the Role

This role is within the Cataloguing & Collection Services (CCS) Branch and contributes to the housing, description, and access of the State Library’s collections by creating accurate catalogue records, to enable discovery and use. The branch plays a fundamental role in the collection lifecycle and is vital to maintaining, researching cataloguing and providing access to the Library’s extensive collection of physical and digital materials.

The successful candidate will work with the Library’s collections in a variety of formats, support special projects, and maintain accurate access and rights information. Guided by the Library’s values of Integrity, Curiosity, Community, Generosity, and Adaptability, the role requires attention to detail, flexibility, and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic, reader-focused environment.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

What we offer

The State Library of NSW is a great place to work. We are a purpose-driven organisation, and you would be working with colleagues who are collaborative, knowledgeable, and like-minded.

Working at the Library gives you access to a range of benefits including:

How to apply

To apply for this role please read the role description and provide an up-to-date CV and cover letter, maximum 3 pages detailing your experience to date and suitability for this role.

The State Library of NSW welcomes and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and workers of all ages.

Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process by noting this in your application or contacting the People and Culture Team via hr@sl.nsw.gov.au.

Talent Pool

Applicants not initially offered a role but have been assessed through the recruitment process as being suitable will be placed in the Talent Pool to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies as they arise. Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months.

Eligibility to apply

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be either;

Appointment to this role is subject to Pre-employment Checks. Additional checks may be required throughout your tenure at the Library should the accountabilities of your role change.

Further information that may assist you with applying for this role

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rosemarie Olk on rosemarie.olk@sl.nsw.gov.au or (0 9273 1424.

Closing date for applications: 20 July 2026 10am