| Position Title: | Library Systems Officer - Programmer |
| Reference No: | 28395 |
| Closing Date: | 6 October 2008 |
| Department / Division: | Library |
| Campus: | Kelvin Grove |
| Classification/Salary Range: | $58 756 to $64 274 pa (HEW7) |
| Plus Superannuation: | 17% employer contribution |
| Status: | Fixed-term for 12 months |
| Contact Name and Title: | Gavin Fernandes, Library Systems Manager |
| HR Contact and Title: | Alyson McKay, Acting Senior HR Advisor |
OUR PURPOSE
QUT Library provides dynamic and innovative access to information resources and services. Its educational and resourcing activities are supported by the broad knowledge and skills of its staff teams. The quality of its services is enhanced through partnerships with clients, University colleagues and external organisations. The accomplishment of this vision is addressed through developments in four critical areas which mirror the University’s strategic focus.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
As part of a small team you will be sharing the responsibility for the development and ongoing support of IT services for Library staff and clients. You will also be ensuring that the services function efficiently and reliably and are well-matched to users’ needs.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Liaise with staff from Information Technology Services (ITS), Teaching and Learning Support Services (TALSS), Integrated Help Services (IHS) and Faculty IT Coordinators regarding information technology developments and solutions.
- Analyse technical problems in relation to the deployment and integration of information and participate in the development of information technology solutions to meet the business needs of the Library.
- Build, install, configure and maintain integrated computer systems combining multiple operating systems and applications.
- Represent the Library at meetings and on working groups.
- Monitor developments in technologies in use within the Library or of potential use within the Library and provide advice to the Library Systems Manager as to their suitability for adoption.
YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
We are seeking a motivated, organised and pro-active person to work with and contribute to our team.
Qualifications Required
To be assessed via applicant’s resume:
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to a degree, in conjunction with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience.
Skills and Capabilities Required
You will be assessed on the basis of relevant capability and capacity for the following:
- Excellent technical knowledge covering networking, programming and standard PC applications software.
- Demonstrated ability to programme, configure, develop and maintain applications in Java, C# and PHP and industry standard databases in a number of Operating System environments.
- Develop and maintain standards and documentation within an applications development environment in the Library.
- Problem solving skills applicable to both technical and interpersonal issues.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member, preferably in a technical team, as well as the capability of working efficiently independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure, and to contribute worthwhile ideas within a small multi-skilled team.
Desirable
- Project management skills and experience participating in significant IT projects.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The incumbent may be required to be contactable and/or work hours outside the normal work hours.
HOW TO APPLY
Please provide:
- Application Cover Sheet (doc, 60kb or pdf, 17kb)
- A statement in no more than two (2) pages including examples outlining your suitability for the role referring to key points under “Skills and Capabilities Required”, which directly relate to “Your Key Responsibilities”.
- Your current resume – including the names and contact details of referees.
Forward your application to jobapplications@qut.edu.au quoting vacancy ref no. 28395 by 6 October 2008.
Prior to submitting your application please review information regarding immigration requirements, workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity, non-smoking policy and relocation available at
http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/jobs/information.jsp.
After the closing date, you can check the status of the recruitment process. QUT is an equal opportunity employer and employer of choice for women.