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Team Leader and Curator, Published Collections
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Job reference: 851882
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Department
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

About the Business - State Library of South Australia

The State Library of South Australia (SLSA), incorporating Public Library Services keeps alive the memories and stories of generations of South Australians. This is achieved by connecting South Australians to each other through our State Library and the network of community libraries, providing access to local and world information and serving as hubs for knowledge and community engagement.

Role Highlights
  • Develop a state, national and internationally recognised collection
  • Lead a specialist team influencing decisions and delivering cultural outcomes
  • Work with donors, vendors and sector partners to secure significant acquisitions
Role Details
Contribute to the development, review and implementation of the Published Collecting Plan within the Collections Policy framework, supporting the Manager Published Collections and considering the full lifecycle cost of collection management. This role ensures collections are strategically developed, sustainably managed, and aligned with organisational priorities. Provide leadership and professional guidance to the team, driving performance and fostering a culture of highquality customer service, continuous improvement and professional practice. This includes ensuring compliance with the Libraries Act 1982, meeting legal deposit obligations, and maintaining strong, relevant reference and special collections that reflect organisational goals. Lead the assessment and negotiation of significant acquisitions, offering expert advice and building strong relationships with donors and stakeholders. Manage the collection development budget effectively, collaborate with partners to enhance systems and workflows, provide specialist collection advice, and deliver projects in line with departmental governance, procurement and risk frameworks.

Special Conditions
  • The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
  • The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
  • Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
  • Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
  • This role requires a working with children check.
  • This role requires a National Criminal History check.
Essential 
  • Eligible for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, or
  • Degree in Information Management or Archives Administration, or a degree majoring in history, politics, anthropology, law or commerce, or another degree and eligible for professional membership of the Australian Society of Archivists, or
  • Degree in fine arts, applied science or science
Classification
PO3 - Professional Officer

Salary Range
$108,087 - $115,936 p.a.

Duration
Up to 10 months

Enquiries to
Andrew Piper - Manager, Published Collections
Phone: 0429 074 481
Email: andrew.piper@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 27/07/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Team Leader and Curator Published Collections (PO3).pdf


Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.