28 Oct
Australian Museum
Haymarket
We require a Database Support Officer on a full-time temporary four year contract. The role is critical in supporting the implementation of system enhancements to support the Australian Museum’s (AM) Collection Enhancements Project, our DAMS uplift project, as well as contributing to continuous system improvements and day-to-day administration. Use your prior experience in a database or systems role and demonstrated experience in digital collection management systems to enhance the Australian Museum’s (AM) digital collection management system, EMu, and its integrations with internal and external digital asset management, digital preservation and discovery systems, including Fotoware and the Atlas of Living Australia.
The Database Support Officer is also responsible for the day to day operations of the Digital Collection Management Systems, Fotoware and EMu, implements data quality and standard checks for data capture, storage and access to achieve project outcomes and support for system users in the museum, with special focus towards the Digital Media Library and digital preservation. Employment Status: · Clerk Grade 3/4 · Fixed term 4 years · Full Time 35 hours per week
The Australian Museum is truly a great place to work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.??
Recent staff survey results confirm that our staff feel valued, accepted and supported and that they believe the AM is an inclusive workplace.
AM staff also report a high level of job satisfaction.?
The AM is located on the homelands of the Gadigal people and acknowledges and pays respect to the Gadigal people as the custodians of the land, sky and waterways, paying respect to Elders past and present.?
Check out our current exhibitions and events here.The Database Support Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the digital asset management system, digital enhancement and preservation opportunities, implementing data quality and standards for multimedia data capture, storage and access to achieve project outcomes and support the achievement of Australian Museum objectives.
Role Description Emu Database Support Officer 2
Key accountabilities
• Handle day to day operation and administration of the digital multimedia collections database ensuring it is available and accessible to users.
• Act as a point of contact for users of the digital multimedia database, providing support in managing and resolving issues relating to the use of the digital assets management system.
• Administer the database configuration, security, schema and objects, ensuring compliance against agreed standards and guidelines
• Assist with database software installations and upgrades to maintain currency with supported environments.
▶️ Database Support Officer
🖊️ Australian Museum
📍 Haymarket