Our divisions are led by the four directors in our Executive. They cover a range of areas including collection management, learning, communications, public library partnerships, corporate services and development.
You can contact us if you have general inquiries or to speak to a specific member of staff.
Collection Management & Access
The divisions within the Collection Management & Access portfolio are:
- Access & Information
- Collection Management
Access & Information
The Access and Information division develops and facilitates access to our collections through the provision of information services and retrieval services.
Collection Management
The Collection Management division manages our collections and ensures they are accessible to onsite and online users.
Community, Learning & Public Library Partnerships
The divisions within the Community, Learning & Public Libraries Partnerships portfolio are:
- Communications & Marketing
- Learning Services
- Public Libraries & Community Engagement
Communications & Marketing
The Communications & Marketing division raises community awareness of our collections and services. The division develops the Library's marketing strategies, manages our websites, and produces print and electronic communications including the annual report, the SLV News magazine, brochures and digital signage.
Learning Services
The Learning Services division is responsible for the Library's learning programs including school visits, school holiday activities, Centre for Youth Literature programs and the inside a dog website.
Public Libraries & Community Engagement
The Public Libraries & Community Engagement division facilitiates communication, research and knowledge within the public library sector. It engages with the Victorian community through a number of channels including the digital environment, building a sense of community connectedness and the provision of a range of mainly events-based public programming.
Corporate Services & Planning
The divisions within the Corporate Services & Planning portfolio are:
- Finance & Governance
- People & Property
- Planning & Research
- Technology Services
Finance & Governance
The Finance & Governance division manages our financial and non-financial performance and ensures our corporate and statutory obligations are met.
People & Property
The People & Property division develops and implements human resource policies and procedures, is responsible for ensuring the Library is safe, accessible and secure, and coordinates our capital works.
Planning & Research
The Planning & Research division conducts planning, analysis and research to inform the Library's strategic policies and development.
Technology Services
The Technology Services division manages our information and communication technologies, and develops and maintains the Library's websites, intranet and catalogue, and technical infrastructure.
Development
The divisions within the Development portfolio are:
- Collection Interpretation
- Library Foundation
Collection Interpretation
The Collection Interpretation division implements a diverse program of displays, events and activities, and produces books relating to our collection.
Library Foundation
The Library Foundation is dedicated to building relationships with our community of Library supporters, and raises funds to enrich our collection and services.


