- Ongoing position full time (part time applications considered) 0.8 and above.
- Salary range: $89,029 - $104,924 plus super
- Up to $15,900 in salary packaging
- Hybrid role with up to 4 days in the office required and one day wfh
About the role
In this role, you will contribute to high-quality library and information services for VLA staff and members of the public. You will conduct legal and non-legal research, curate relevant collections of hard copy and online resources, and train clients to use these resources effectively. You will interpret and prioritize queries, assess information sources for currency, accuracy, authority, and relevance, and provide appropriate and timely responses to clients. Additionally, you will support continuous improvement of library resources, apply established information management principles, and promote library services throughout the organization.
This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country.
About you
As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of excellent library reference and research services and ability to interpret complex client information needs. This includes a strong commitment to client services, process improvement, and innovation in service delivery.
- Strong technical skills, including cataloguing and processing various library materials, with knowledge of classification and indexing principles.
- Demonstrated experience in promotional activities centred around the provision of a reference and research service.
- High level organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, contribute positively to team operations and deliver information skills and legal research training programs.
- Ability to use library management systems and quickly learn and utilise new systems and databases.
Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate.
Required qualifications:
- Relevant degree or postgraduate diploma in information management or librarianship, or equivalent professional experience (mandatory)
- Experience in a law library and working knowledge of the Australian legal system (desirable)
About VLA
We offer legal representation, family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy to those who need it most. With over 1400 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.
Employee benefits
- A focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid work from home & office model
- Generous leave benefits, including:
- Three days paid seasonal leave (to be taken between Boxing Day and New Year's Day public holidays)
- Paid gender affirmation leave
- Five days both paid reproductive and fertility leave per calendar year
- Annual 3% salary increase each December plus performance-related salary incentives
- Attractive salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 PLUS Novated Leasing
- Discounted annual Myki public transport passes
- Individual learning and professional development opportunities, tailored to your role and career goals
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Access to gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counselling and access to a range of mental health and wellbeing resources.
How to apply
To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (listed within the file attachments).
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.
For further information, please review the attached position description or contact Fiona Macdowall, Library Manager on (03) 9269 0126 or [email protected].
No agency applications will be accepted.
Applications close by 11.59pm on Tuesdsay 14 July 2026
Other relevant information
It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.
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