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We're always on the lookout for the right people to help contribute to our vision of Inspiring possibilities through knowledge, stories and creativity — could that be you?
At State Library we value the team members who make what we do possible. From being a family-friendly work environment, offering salary packaging opportunities, providing a range of development opportunities including study assistance, Employee Assistance support and encouraging flexible working arrangements, we strive to be a workplace in which everyone is able to participate equitably, develop their full potential and be rewarded fairly for their contribution.
Career opportunities
Preparing your application
Find some useful tips to help you prepare your application for a role at State Library of Queensland, worth a read before you hit 'submit'.
All State Library roles are listed on the Queensland Government’s Smart Jobs and Careers site.
What we offer to staff
Flexible work arrangements |
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where staff members are encouraged and assisted to balance work, family and personal needs. Some possible flexible work arrangements include:
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Staff Recognition |
State Library values good performance, and encourages innovation and a high standard of client service. This includes:
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Employee assistance |
State Library contributes to the health, safety and well-being of all staff within the workplace through a range of employee assistance programs. These include:
The EAS provides free help for State Library staff and their families whose lives and work performance may be adversely affected by personal or work-related problems. It offers short-term professional counselling by qualified social workers or psychologists outside the workplace. |
Employee health and wellbeing programs | Our staff health and well-being programs have included flu vaccinations, massages, personal safety and mental health seminars. Staff may choose to join State Library's corporate health insurance plan provided by Bupa Australia. |
EEO and Anti-Harassment |
State Library is an equal opportunity employer which values respect for all people. We continually strive to advance our vision of an inclusive, harmonious and united State Library through our Diversity and Inclusion strategy, with a focus on providing a respectful environment where staff feel welcome and safe at work and are able to be themselves. Our strategy focuses on:
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Support for people with special needs |
We can support the specific needs of ill or impaired staff members and job applicants. We provide reasonable adjustment and rehabilitation support for staff who are injured, ill or impaired and require assistance in the workplace. Reasonable adjustment is an approach to employment where employers are willing to examine the physical and organisational barriers which may prevent the employment, limit the performance or advancement of people with disabilities. Reasonable adjustment applies to job applicants as well as employees. If you have a disability and you are asked to attend an interview for a job at State Library, you can request specific assistance to accommodate your individual needs. This assistance may include:
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Salary packaging and superannuation |
Eligible staff can benefit from the excellent superannuation rates provided through QSuper. Staff are able to take advantage of the benefits of salary packaging items such as cars, laptops and smart phones through either RemServ or Smart Salary. |
Staff discounts |
Staff discounts are provided by a number of Cultural Centre and nearby outlets. |