About the role (Ongoing):
The Parliamentary Librarian leads the overall operations of the Parliamentary Library and its specialist teams, setting the strategic direction for services across client support, collections, digital delivery, and records and archives. The role drives continuous improvement, ensures services remain contemporary and impartial, and supports Members of Parliament with accurate, timely and objective information.

The position also provides strong operational and people leadership, fostering a safe and inclusive workplace while managing staff, resources and budgets. The Parliamentary Librarian works to strengthen client engagement across the parliamentary precinct and ensures the Library meets the diverse and evolving information needs of Members and parliamentary officers in a complex, politically sensitive environment.

About us:
Based in NSW Parliament, the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales. Our office is found close to public transport in the heart of Macquarie Street CBD, next to the State Library and Sydney’s Botanic Gardens.

Enabling the Parliament, serving New South Wales: We demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service.

Our commitment to diversity: We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

Our people:
Our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join Parliament include:

• Competitive salary and annual leave loading
• 35-hour week and flexible work options
• Corporate Wellbeing programs including seminars and Fitness Passport
• Free annual Influenza vaccination
• Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
• On-site fitness facilities, pool, restaurant, cafes, and post office

About you:
You are an experienced senior leader with a strong record of motivating teams and delivering complex projects in library, information, or records management environments. You bring deep knowledge of contemporary library and information systems, strong planning and research capability, and confidence operating with significant autonomy.

You foster a culture of continuous improvement and provide clear guidance on complex or sensitive matters. With strong organisational, resource and stakeholder management skills, you will ensure the Parliamentary Library operates effectively and supports Members with impartial, timely and accurate information

A degree in library and/or information management, or equivalent extensive professional experience, is essential.

Further information to assist you with applying for this position:

• Role Description
• Department of Parliamentary Services website
• NSW Parliament pre-employment requirements

How to apply:
To apply for this position please provide:

• An up-to-date resume [maximum five pages] which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role and
• A covering letter describing how you see your skills are a fit to the role
• A response [maximum two pages] to the Targeted Questions below.

Applications that do not include a response to the targeted questions will not be progressed to the next stage of assessment.  Copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than requested) is not required at this stage in the recruitment process and will not be included with application documents.

 Targeted questions:

1. Describe your experience assessing and implementing new technologies or systems in a library setting. What improvements did these changes deliver for clients or staff?
2. Outline your experience managing library collections, digital resources, or archival materials. How have you ensured these services remain contemporary, accessible and aligned with best practice?

Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format.

For role related queries or questions contact Dr Matthew Dobson, Director Hansard, AVB, Library & Research on 0407 583 404. 

Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ or the helpdesk on 1800 562 679 (Monday - Friday).

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• an Australian Citizen
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

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 Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job Reference: 492548

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 [11.55pm]