Local Studies Librarian

SALARY: $32,708.62 - 37,482.94 p.a. + Super 

Work Type: Temporary Part Time (14 hours per week) - up to 12 months 

Location: Camden Libraries - Camden, Narellan and Oran Park

• Enjoy a 35 hour working week (Monday – Sunday)
• Flexibility through flex leave provisions
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave options
• Ample free parking, close to shops
•  Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development

We are looking for an innovative, highly motivated and talented staff member, who is passionate about customer service, to fill this role of Local Studies Librarian.  This is a great opportunity for you to join the Camden Council Library Services Team to promote Council and engage the local community.

To be successful you will need to have a proven track record and also have a broad understanding of the provision of contemporary library services and facilities to an astute and growing population.

Don’t miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation. 

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential:

• Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science or equivalent recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
• Demonstrated Library experience working in a customer service role with proven communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
  Proven experience in the delivery of local studies and knowledge of local studies trends in Libraries.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of technology related to local studies, including library management systems, digitisation practices, and social networking technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organise and prioritise workloads.
• Demonstrated ability to determine library customer needs and achieve quality outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team environment with a customer focus.
• Proven ability to engage with all library customers and communicate effectively to provide high quality customer service
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate resources and plan programs for local heritage.
• General knowledge of Library policies, practices and relevant legislation, and current trends in public libraries, local heritage and family history services.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment including new and emerging technologies.
• Current Drivers Licence and Working with Children Check.
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO and WHS principles.

Desirable:

• Experience in cataloguing.
• Knowledge of school syllabus requirements for local studies.
• Grant writing experience

Please note the preferred applicant/s will be required to completed background checks, including a police check, Working with Children Check and pre-employment medical check.

Note: “The above position has been identified as a Child-Related position under the Child Protection laws in NSW. Applicants will be required to obtain / hold a Working With Children Check. For more information visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian. 

Further Information: Bianca Luks, Team Leader Library Programs, 02 4645 3034

Closing Date for above position: 01/06/2026

Position Description: For full position description details click here

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Library Services Manager

Nowra, New South Wales

Closes: Midnight 21 May 2026 | Apply For This Role

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $105,927 - $120,707 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Located at Nowra Library, 10 Berry St, Nowra
• Applications close: Sunday, 24 May 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role

This senior leadership role oversees Shoalhaven Libraries and the Library Services Team, delivering high‑quality services to the community in line with Council's vision, objectives, and values. The role also acts as Cooperative Library Manager for the South Coast Cooperative Libraries, leading the growth of contemporary programs and services while providing expert advice and support on library and customer services to the Lead - Arts & Culture. This includes:

• Directs and coordinates a Team within Council to enable Council to function at an optimal level.
• Exhibits leadership behaviours and contributes to a culture where staff and stakeholders have confidence in the way the organisation is lead and services are delivered.
• Reports to the Lead - Arts & Culture on areas of functional responsibility making professional recommendations for consideration.
• Establishes objectives, timeframes and milestones for the Team that supports the Community Strategic Plan and aligns operational activities accordingly.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Library and Information Science or a related field, and/or relevant experience
• Extensive experience in management role in the library services field.
• Class C Driver's Licence.
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
• A current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is suited to a confident and collaborative leader with a strong commitment to community‑focused library services. The ideal candidate will be strategic, adaptable, and customer‑focused, with the ability to lead teams, drive contemporary programs, and provide trusted advice while aligning with Council's values.

This position requires a current NSW Working with Children Check. Applicants are required to apply and pay for this check if not already obtained.

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Please describe a specific strategic decision you personally made as a senior manager that changed the way a library or community service operated.
4. Describe one professional stance or belief you hold about the future role of public libraries that has influenced how you lead or make decisions

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 3203.

Applications Close: Sunday, 24 May 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Nicholas Purdie - Lead - Arts & Culture - 02 4429 5511

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Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.

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Library Officer 2 x Part-Time

• Mundaring Library (1 Nichol Street, Mundaring)
• Part-Time
• Salary $80,983.00 - $86,092.00 (per annum) Pro rata
• Closing Date May 25, 2026

About the Job

Shire of Mundaring is seeking two friendly, motivated and customer focused Library Officer to join our Library Services team within the Place and Community Directorate.

These roles support the delivery of high quality, accessible public library services and programs in line with the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan. Working closely with colleagues across the library network, the Library Officer plays an important role in providing welcoming customer service, maintaining library collections and systems, and fostering positive community connections.

Key Responsibilities

• deliver friendly, approachable and efficient customer service to library users of all ages
• assist with circulation services, membership enquiries and general library operations
• support the delivery of library services through a range of operational tasks, including Inter Library Loans, stock processing, outreach services and library systems maintenance, with responsibilities rotating annually between Library Officers 
• use the Spydus Library Management System to complete data entry, searches and transactions.
  
  What We’re Looking For
• well developed customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with a diverse community in a dynamic public‑facing environment.
• strong literacy, numeracy and computer skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office and library systems.
• Certificate III in Library and Information Services or higher (or working towards) and previous experience working in a library environment is desirable.
  
  Position Hours:
• Part time 43 hrs per fortnight
• Tuesday 11am to 4pm Thursday 11am to 7pm Friday 9am to 5.30pm Saturday 1 in 3
• Part time 46 hrs per fortnight
• Wednesday 11am to 7pm Thursday 11am to 7pm Friday 8.30am to 4pm Saturday 1 in 3

The Shire reserves the right to commence interviews of candidates at any time and encourages you to apply now.

Selection Criteria

Please attach a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume outlining your suitability for the position.

Key Documents

• PD Library Officer Vacant Apr 26121412.pdf
• 4 LGO Employee Benefits Brochure Oct 25293629251525.pdf

For further information on this position contact Jenny Lucas on 08 9290 6732.

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Manager - Central West Libraries

• Posted: 14/05/2026
• Closing Date: 03/06/2026
• Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Location: Orange City Council
• Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training
• Salary Package: up to $168,000 per annum (excluding superannuation)

Leaseback Vehicle Available 

Relocation assistance to be negotiated with the successful applicant if relocating to Orange.

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work through Council's website)

About Orange City Council

Situated in the Central West of NSW, only 3 ½ hours west of Sydney, Orange is a vibrant and diverse place to live, offering all the benefits of a busy city life in the calm of a regional location. With award winning restaurants and wineries and a vibrant and ever expanding arts, cultural and music scene you can have the best of both worlds, all within a short drive from your front door.

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About Central West Libraries

Central West Libraries is a regional library services located across the Central Tablelands and Western Slopes of NSW. Established in 1958 the Library encompasses the Local Government areas of Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Weddin and Orange. The Libraries support and administrative units are located in the Orange City Library building. The Library service covers an area of 18,772 square km and serves a population of 91,857.

About the role

Reporting to the Director Community Recreation and Cultural Services, this role will be responsible for the management of Central West Libraries, consisting of 8 branches, and Council’s Community Museums and Heritage programs. This includes:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction to Central West Libraries on behalf the participating Councils (Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes and Orange)
• Leading and promoting a strong customer service culture
• Interacting with the wider community across the Central West Libraries footprint
• Developing and maintaining sound planning, financial and service models
• Identifying and exploring collaborative opportunities for the Community Museums and Heritage programs

A full list of job responsibilities can be found in the position description.

What can we offer?

• Flexible working arrangements including rostered days off and variable hours.
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
• A range of in-house and external training opportunities
• Free access to EAP services for you and your family
• Organisation wide health and wellbeing initiatives  

So, what do you need?

• Extensive experience in providing strategic leadership, influencing and leading change and establishing a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Excellent people and communication skills particularly in building and sustaining relationships, team building and collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to nurture high team performance with the ability to guide, coach, mentor and develop staff
• High level awareness of current trends and issues in the Library and Information and an ongoing commitment to professional development
• Degree or post graduate qualifications in Library and Information Science or equivalent providing eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Class C Drivers Licence and the ability to travel up to 1.5 hours each way to attend branch libraries as required
• Satisfactory Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain before starting)
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Interested?

If you are interested, please click Apply. Please include a copy of your CV and a cover letter (max 3 pages) addressing how you meet the capabilities listed above.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Lynn Garlick, Director Community Recreation and Cultural Services on (02) 6393 8150.

Applications close Wednesday 3 June 2026

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.

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Senior Librarian

Full-time Permanent | Closes: 27 May 2026

Classification: Professional Officer Class 2
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 70866, several
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 May 2026
Contact Officer: Sarah Steed on Sarah.Steed@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 8200
 

Details: Are you an experienced librarian with strong leadership skills? We need two people motivated by lifelong learning, curiosity and creativity to join Libraries ACT in our brand new Senior Librarian roles.

You’ll work together, each leading a team of librarians, modelling best practice, coordinating professional activities across multiple branches, and collaborating to help strengthen and improve our library services. You must have strong organisation, collaboration, communication and people management skills.

If you're committed to the core values and ethics of public libraries and are looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level, we’d love you to apply.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: An ALIA-accredited undergraduate or postgraduate university qualification in library and information science, acceptable for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, is mandatory.

Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)

Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.

These positions are mobile, and the occupants will routinely move between locations across the library network as required. They will work weekdays, and occasional evenings or weekends on an as needs basis.

Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill senior librarian vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit

• A maximum two-page written response explaining how their skills, experience and qualifications address the selection criteria (capabilities) and make them best suited for the role described in the Position Description.
• A curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

City and Environment

City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.

Documents

• 70866,-several-Position-Description.pdf 
• 70866,-several-Position-Description.docx 

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Librarian

Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Closes: 27 May 2026

Classification: Professional Officer Class 1
Salary: $80,862 - $100,632 plus superannuation
Position No: 46054
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 May 2026
Contact Officer: Sarah Steed on Sarah.Steed@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 8200
 

Details: We’re looking for librarians who love connecting people to ideas and knowledge, promoting lifelong learning, and fostering a love of reading.

We need people who are confident talking about books, helping others with technology, answering information requests, working with collections, and delivering programs for children, young people, or adults. They must be able to work collaboratively and build productive relationships with staff, customers and other library stakeholders.

If this sounds like you, we’d love you to apply to join the Libraries ACT team.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

An ALIA-accredited undergraduate or postgraduate university qualification in library and information science, acceptable for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association, is mandatory.

Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.

This is a rostered position requiring working weekday, weekend, and evening shifts.

Note: This is an expected vacancy. This is a temporary position available from 2 July 2026 until 30 August 2026 with the possibility of permanency.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill librarian vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Please submit a maximum two-page written response explaining how your skills, experience and qualifications address the Selection Criteria (capabilities) and make you best suited for the role described in the Position Description along with a curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

City and Environment

City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.

Note

This is a temporary position available from 2 July 2026 until 30 August 2026 with the possibility of permanency.

Documents

• 46054-Position-Description.pdf 
• 46054-Position-Description.docx 

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Library Operations Support and Engagement Officer

• 1093 Pascoe Vale Rd, Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia
• Full-time

Job Description

• Permanent, Full Time
• $83,714.28 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the City Lifestyle team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Support the Library Leadership Team and Library Management Team in achieving Hume Libraries’ service objectives. Contribute to the provision of high quality library services that meet the educational, recreational and information needs of the diverse Hume community by providing a high level of customer service and operational support.

What you’ll be doing:

• Liaise with Team Leaders regarding staffing levels for rosters.
• Develop and communicate work rosters for Hume Libraries teams within budgetary guidelines
• Coordinate induction & annual review processes for casual team members.
• Identify and organise training for all library staff in accordance with developed rosters.
• Undertake clerical and administrative tasks in support of Leadership and Management teams.
• Monitor the library budgets, identify and report potential areas of concern and assist in annual budget preparation
• Manage last minute roster changes due to unexpected leave.
• Manage the fortnightly timesheet run, including collating and checking staff timesheets, troubleshooting issues and liaising with Council Payroll. Recommend and develop identified library procedures for review by and approval of the Library Management Team

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience in accounts and budget management including relevant technology, procedures and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and communicate complex daily rosters across multiple sites.
• Proficiency and comprehensive and experience in all library operational processes and procedures, including relevant technology.
• Ability to identify customer needs and expectations, decide the appropriate action and respond accordingly.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations and present a positive Council image.
• Ability to develop working relationships with staff and work together in a team environment.
• Experience in a Public Library or similar environment.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating excellent customer service with the capacity to effectively manage challenging customers while maintaining a positive and professional Council image.

Required Certifications & Qualifications 

• Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Services or equivalent post-secondary qualification or less formal qualifications with work skills and relevant experience.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

For any queries, please contact us at careers@hume.vic.gov.au

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Additional Information

Position Description

Library Services Coordinator

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Job Number: 501231

The Details:

• Permanent Full Time | 9 day fortnight
• $129,747 - $146,832 pa + 12% super (level 8)
• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Location: Option of Redcliffe, Caboolture or North Lakes

Join City of Moreton Bay as a Library Services Coordinator, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

Reporting to the Library Services Manager, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of library services across the City of Moreton Bay. You’ll lead and coordinate the delivery of engaging, contemporary, and consistent library services across a diverse network of sites, ensuring our libraries remain vibrant, welcoming community spaces.

You’ll contribute expert insight to the development of library strategies, budgets, and reporting, ensuring decisions are informed, evidence-based, and focused on enhancing customer outcomes.

You will:

• Partner with your Library Services Coordinator colleague to plan and deliver library facility improvement projects, transforming buildings and spaces to better meet community needs, as a key member of the Senior Library Leadership Team
• Lead the coordination of the library network’s customer experience function, addressing service issues, managing escalated matters, and reporting on outcomes and insights.
• Develop and oversee library service delivery through effective workforce planning and management initiatives.
• Inspire and support library teams to build a strong, customer‑centred culture grounded in innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact - leading people, shaping services, and contributing to the future of public libraries in a growing and diverse community.

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Please note that this role includes participation in an on‑call roster to support operational requirements.

About you

You’re passionate about the role libraries play in connecting people, culture, and community and you bring the leadership capability to turn that passion into meaningful outcomes.

You are a confident and experienced leader with a proven ability to guide large, geographically dispersed teams. You bring strong knowledge of delivering high‑volume, contemporary services within a complex public library network and understand how to balance consistency with local community needs.

With a strong commitment to customer experience excellence, you lead with empathy, clarity, and impact. Your highly developed interpersonal skills enable you to build trusted relationships and foster a leadership culture that puts the community at the centre of every decision.

You’ll ideally hold a degree in Library and Information Management or a related discipline, and you will hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Negotiated salary increases locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2026 and a further 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

For more information about City of Moreton Bay and to stay across what's happening in our city, follow us on LinkedIn.

Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Advertised: 11 May 2026

Applications close: 07 Jun 2026 23:55

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Coordinator Library and Town Hall

Community Development | Library Services, Arts & Culture, Management

• $139,978 to $148,325 per annum plus superannuation
• Full-time, 6-month maximum term contract commencing 20 July 2026
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

Lead two of the City’s most iconic community spaces in a unique 6-month opportunity.

As Coordinator Library and Town Hall, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the City of Perth Library and Perth Town Hall, two key community and cultural facilities within the City.

This is a 6-month opportunity to work with a committed team to maintain and enhance inclusive, welcoming spaces that support community access, learning, and participation in city life.

You will work collaboratively with the Alliance Manager, team members, and stakeholders to ensure the Library and Town Hall operate effectively as community hubs, while supporting service delivery, continuous improvement, strategic priorities, and budget management.

Reporting to the Alliance Manager Arts and Culture, you will:

• Lead contemporary library services and engaging programs and events that respond to community needs
• Drive service excellence across operations, collections, projects, and budgets, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team to achieve high performance and strong collaboration
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure safe operations and activate vibrant, inclusive community spaces

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Relevant qualifications and experience leading library services and medium-sized teams
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse, creative teams
• Excellent planning and problem-solving ability, with experience delivering innovative programs and services
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including reporting and budget experience

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY HERE’ link below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Sunday, 24 May 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
For further information please contact Kim Jameson, Alliance Manager Arts and Culture, 089461 3180, kim.jameson@cityofperth.wa.gov.au.

Attachments:- Application Pack - Coordinator Library and Town Hall.pdf

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Library Technician

Are you passionate about delivering innovative library services and programs?

About the role

Join the City of Canning on a permanent, part-time basis, and deliver outstanding customer service to the Canning community through professional library services.

A snapshot of your new role:

• Contribute to the management of the library’s physical and digital collections, including cataloguing, resource maintenance, acquisition, supplier liaison and management of inter-library loans.
• Provide hands on technical and operational support across library systems and technology - troubleshooting issues, coordinating IT projects and upgrades, liaising with system vendors, and supporting makerspace equipment and digital programs.
• Plan, promote, and deliver engaging programs and services that foster literacy, lifelong learning, and community connection, in line with organisational strategies.
• Collaborate on marketing and communication initiatives that highlight library collections, programs, and digital services to the wider community.

What you will bring to the role:

• A Diploma in Library Technology (ALIA accredited) OR a relevant tertiary qualification, supported by proven skills and experience in library services.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a public library environment.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering children’s programs and activities that inspire literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning.
• Strong digital literacy and technical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot digital applications and use social media and other platforms to promote library services and programs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
• Valid Working With Children Check.
• Current WA Driver’s Licence.
• Current valid National Police Clearance.

For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.

Why you will love working at the City!

• A Permanent Part-Time role, 121.6 hours over a 4-week period, in a welcoming and thriving council.
• $ 81,774.10 - $87,219.60 per annum pro rata + super
• Guaranteed 4% increase in July 2026
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
• Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars!
• Free on-site parking.
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Genuine commitment to learning and development.
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”.  You may also contact Sara Severin on sara.severin@canning.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.  The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 5.00 pm, Friday 22 May 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early. This recruitment process will be used to fill the above vacancy. A merit pool of suitable applicants may also be established and used to fill similar or related vacancies that arise within the next six months.

The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required. 

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