Library Team Member

Job No: CC220934 | Location: Merrylands

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Libraries team operate eight (8) locations across the Cumberland LGA and assist customers and members of the public with locating materials, answering questions and providing guidance on research strategies.  

The team also hold a wide variety of events across these locations, ranging from educational and cultural programs to social and community-building activities.  

The Library Team Member is responsible for carrying out customer service duties efficiently and professionally, and to provide high quality customer service to both internal and external library customers. This role also has the opportunity to participate in the delivery of programs and activities including children's story time, adult classes and events. You will assist customers to access library resources, basic troubleshooting for technology systems and resolving queries.

The successful applicant will require:

• Experience in a library or similar customer service environment
• Well developed literacy, numeracy and oral communication Skills 
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team 
• Experience in using computers and the internet in a professional environment
• Working With Children Check number.

Download the position description here for more information. 

About this role: 

• 1x permanent full-time position, working 70 hours per fortnight, on a roster from Monday to Sunday. This position has access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement (can be based at any Council Library locations)
• 1x permanent part-time position, working 35 hours per fortnight on the following roster: 
  • Week 1 and Week 2
    • Monday to Thursday - 4:00pm - 8:05 pm
    • Saturday - 9:00am - 4:05pm (with a 60-minute lunch break)
    • Sunday : 12:50pm - 4:00pm
• The part-time position is predominantly located at Council's Wentworthville Library, however you may be required to work across any of Council’s Library work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 6 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,178.51 to $1,355.28 per week, plus 11.5% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave, 15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process. 

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
• Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

Enquiries: Telephone Salina Khao, Senior Coordinator Library Services on (02) 8757 9476 for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 19 February 2024

  HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire.  You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.

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Library Technology and Digital Systems Technician

Shire of Mundaring Libraries  

Full-Time | Salary  $84,146.00 - $88,774.00 (per annum) 

Closing Date Feb 16, 2025

About the Job

We seek a highly organised and innovative individual to join our dynamic library services team.

This role supports the Shire's library services by ensuring the smooth operation of technological and digital resources.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Administer and maintain the Library Management System, online public access catalogue, RFID, and related equipment.
• Test and implement software updates and enhancements.
• Research and recommend new library technologies.
• Ensure digital services are accessible, reliable and relevant to the community.
• Support the Shire’s values – Community Focus, Proactive, Respectful, Accountable.

Skills & Requirements:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences, including staff, vendors and the community.
• In-depth knowledge of public library services and specialised technologies.
• Proven ability to manage existing technology and implement new systems.
• Commitment to sustainability in a public library context.

Flexibility to consider short-term contracts or secondments. A range of benefits are available - please refer to the Employee Benefits Brochure.

About Us
Shire of Mundaring Libraries serve a vibrant community just 30 minutes from Perth CBD. Our libraries are known for their strong community spirit and excellent services. Join us in delivering innovative, sustainable and community-focused library services.

Selection Criteria

• Can you tell us about your experience working with library management systems, including any specific systems you have previously used?
• How would you handle challenging customer service interactions with a diverse range of customers? Can you share how you have successfully managed a difficult customer interaction?
• Can you describe a time when you worked independently to complete a task? How do you adapt your working style when moving from independent to team environments?
• What experience do you have managing and maintaining websites and digital platforms? Can you discuss a project where you significantly improved an online service?

Key Documents:

PD Technology and Digital Systems Technician Jan 25171717.pdf

Employee Benefits Brochure09199.pdf

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

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MRL Marketing and Promotions Officer

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 Closing date: 13/02/2025 9:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

 Location: Dubbo

 Department: Macquarie Regional Library

 Compensation: Annual Package AUD $71,401.00 - $82,981.00

 Employment type: Full Time

At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Marketing and Promotions Officer.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.

Join us as the Marketing and Promotions Officer for the Macquarie Regional Library, and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

Join a dynamic and creative team at the Macquarie Regional Library (MRL), supporting marketing efforts across three member councils. This key role combines strategy, design, and communication to elevate MRL’s brand and services. You’ll manage marketing campaigns, design materials, maintain social media, and oversee website content, all while ensuring consistency with the MRL brand. With a focus on creativity and autonomy, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on library programs and services, all within a collaborative environment. Experience in marketing or graphic design, knowledge of Adobe software, and a passion for community engagement are essential.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Develop and implement marketing and communication campaigns that promote MRL services, events and programs
• Create high-quality, engaging content for communication channels, including website, print materials, social media, and e-newsletter
• Provide a graphic design service to the Macquarie Regional Library and ensure produced material reflects corporate brand standards
• Support the library’s business brand by undertaking the design of various documents, brochures, newsletters, media releases and other resources and materials as required.

What you'll bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Diploma in Marketing, Graphic Design or related discipline or experience commensurate to the qualification
• Demonstrated experience in marketing and promotion
• Experience and knowledge of graphic design applications across various mediums, including print and online
• Experience with a web content management system
• Knowledge of and experience using social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram and X
• Excellent written and oral skills

We would also love you to have:

• Previous library experience

Ready to make a difference?

Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $71,401 to $82,981.

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Regional Library Services Coordinator on 02 6801 4506 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!

Applications close 9:00am, Thursday 13 February 2025

Please Note: Notifications are primarily system generated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and required information.

Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more
• Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

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Lifelong Learning Program and Outreach Officer

Hobsons Bay Libraries | Closing date: 09/02/2025

Permanent - Full time 35 hours per week

Salary: Band 4 - $68,107 – 73,152 + superannuation

Role includes an RDO

We are seeking a Library Services and Lifelong Learning Program and Outreach Officer to join our team. In this role, you will provide exceptional program support to the Library Services and Lifelong Learning Team, assisting with the delivery of programs, activities, and outreach initiatives.

What you’ll be working on

• Planning, organising, and executing a range of library programs, events and lifelong learning outreach activities across multiple themes.
• Arranging and confirming meetings and events, including, but not limited to booking speakers, facilitators, venue bookings and catering, sending out invitations and monitoring and collating RSVP responses.
• Preparing materials required for program delivery, promotional materials for programs and collections and displays in branch.
• As senior on duty, you will be undertaking rostered and relief customer service duties, including evening and weekend work at any Hobsons Bay service centre, library, community hub, call centre or outreach location.

What you need to succeed

• A certificate or diploma in libraries, education or community development or, relevant experience in a related field.
• A strong community focus and high-level communication skills
• Sound administration skills and high level of computer literacy
• A current Victorian Driver’s License.

Why you should apply 

Join our bold and innovative team and help shape the future of community engagement through specialised programming. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build meaningful partnerships and design impactful lifelong learning experiences that align with strategic objectives and meet the needs of our community. 

How to apply

Follow the links to send us:

• your cover letter
• and resume
• Please note we do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document.

The position description can be accessed below.

To find out more about the role, please contact Renee Davy (03) 9932 3048. Applications will be accepted until 11:30PM on Sunday 9 February 2025.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check and a Pre-Employment Medical Check & WWCC.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Making a difference, together 

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.  

If you’re ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.   

What can we offer

Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us!

And we provide an employee assistance program, as well as wellbeing programs for staff including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs and more.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.  

Attachments:
- Lifelong Learning Program and Outreach Officer PD.pdf
- Lifelong Learning Program and Outreach Officer PD.pdf

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Content and Collections Librarian (3132)

About us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity.  It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city. 

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership.  

Ipswich Libraries is an award winning, internationally recognised service with a customer satisfaction rating of more than 90%.  View our videos to see more about our Libraries and our People in action.

Join us to improve lives now and into the future.

About the role

The Content and Collections Librarian undertakes high level support for the Library Content and Collections Coordinator in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of high-performing and accessible library content and collections for Ipswich Libraries.

With a key focus on collections management, you will be working within a high-performing team that delivers library content, collections, Home Library service, interlibrary loans and Picture Ipswich.

The position will partner, collaborate and provide high level support across all Library sections in the delivery and management of Library collections across a variety of formats and delivery platforms.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage and optimise Library Management Software and technology
• Advise on cataloguing, copyright, privacy, and licensing
• Analyse and report on library system efficiency and trends
• Lead and develop team performance and collaboration
• Contribute to both routine and strategic project initiatives
• Develop policies and processes for continuous improvement
• Maintain supplier relationships to uphold service levels

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in a related field and/or demonstrated technical experience in library content and collection operations
• Current Queensland C Class Driver’s Licence
• Substantial experience using one or more types of Library Management Software
• Sound level of proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook
• High attention to detail and a solutions-based mindset with an appetite for solving interesting problems
• Belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

This position will require a pre-employment medical check.

About the benefits

This is a permanent full-time level 5 position with a salary commencing at $97,827 plus 12.5% superannuation.

• Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
• Work/Life balance: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
• Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
• Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
• Health and well-being: Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
• Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
• Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

Join Us

If you share our values and are passionate about how Libraries can enhance the quality of life for the city of Ipswich, then this could be the role for you.

Please apply online and submit:

• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
• A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 9 February 2025

Please direct any related questions to Cheryl.pye@ipswich.qld.gov.au or careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.

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Junior Library Assistant (under 18)

Closes: Feb 05, 2025, 12:00am
Contact: Dunja Ganama - 0889 500 551
Salary: MO Level 1 - $35.72 per hour including casual loading plus district allowance on pro rata.

12-month contract, part-time

• Peak local Coun­cil and com­mu­ni­ty leader for Cen­tral Australia
• Part of a dynam­ic and future focused community
• Key role sup­port­ing the smart and effi­cient run­ning of Council

WHO WE ARE

Alice Springs Town Coun­cil is an orga­ni­sa­tion shap­ing the future of this icon­ic cen­tral Aus­tralian town. We offer our 200+ team mem­bers across our three sites, oppor­tu­ni­ties for pro­fes­sion­al growth, com­pet­i­tive ben­e­fits, and the chance to con­tribute to a vibrant and cul­tur­al­ly rich com­mu­ni­ty. Our vision of a brighter future, a pros­per­ous and cohe­sive community.

We aspire to be mod­ern, inclu­sive and inno­v­a­tive, bridg­ing divides and forg­ing new paths. We want to bring our com­mu­ni­ty togeth­er, to cel­e­brate this unique place of gath­er­ing where the world meets the old­est liv­ing cul­ture on Earth.

The Oppor­tu­ni­ty

We seek a Junior Library Assis­tant who will assist with the pro­vi­sion of effec­tive, effi­cient cus­tomer ser­vice to library users.

Your respon­si­bil­i­ties will include assist­ing with library duties includ­ing, shelv­ing, shelf read­ing, col­lec­tion main­te­nance, end pro­cess­ing and repairs of library resources, pro­vid­ing qual­i­ty cus­tomer ser­vice to library cus­tomers through shifts on the library floor and infor­ma­tion desk, and under­tak­ing oth­er duties as direct­ed, con­sis­tent with the pri­ma­ry objec­tive of the posi­tion.

OUR BEN­E­FIT

Attrac­tive salary Lev­el 1.1 which equates to $35.72 / hour on a pro-rata basis plus dis­trict allowance

In addi­tion to com­pet­i­tive salaries, we offer the fol­low­ing benefits:

• Six weeks annu­al leave 
• 15 days per­son­al leave 
• Paid Domes­tic and Fam­i­ly Vio­lence leave
• Cultural/​ceremonial leave
• Train­ing and devel­op­ment opportunities
• Flex­i­ble work­ing arrangements
• Up to 11.5% super­an­nu­a­tion (increas­ing to 12% on 1 July 2025)
• Relo­ca­tion assis­tance for eli­gi­ble positions
• In-house health and well­be­ing program
• Employ­ee Assis­tance Program
• Free admis­sion to the Alice Springs Aquat­ic Leisure Centre

Download Position Description: PDF, 836.9 KB P2352 Junior Library Assistant Position Description

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Library Officer (PX10/25)

Permanent Part-Time / 38 hours fortnight / Rotating Roster

Library Officer - Success Library

 The City of Cockburn is dynamic and rapidly growing. It provides its employees with generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits including:

• Generous superannuation (up to 15.5%)
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional 2 days of leave per year
• Cockburn ARC membership

The City

The City of Cockburn is one of the major coastal cities in Western Australia. Cockburn is made up of vibrant communities — old and new. We’re a place of diverse people, lifestyles and experiences — with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities, and of course our highly valued library services.

We’re a place of opportunity for professionals and we’re focused on delivering for our community to achieve our vision of Cockburn, the best place to be.

About the Position

Working among a team of passionate and dedicated Library professionals, this position is responsible for providing our community with welcoming and inclusive front of house customer service. The Library Officer engages with our patrons to encourage a passion for reading, literacy, creativity and lifelong learning, and to foster early literacy development. They deliver the Learning English through Storytime programme and regularly visit new parent groups to demonstrate the importance of reading to babies and of libraries to our community They are also responsible for other library workroom tasks such as Inter Library Loans. The role is based primarily out of our Success Library, with occasional requirement to work from other branches.

About You

Ideally possessing a Cert III or IV in Library and Information Services, you are passionate about libraries and engaging with the community. You have previous experience providing quality, vibrant and engaging public library services and programmes, and have excellent spoken, written and digital literacy skills. You especially have a passion for engaging with young people, promoting early literacy development, and working with families learning English.  Our successful applicant is required to hold a valid Working with Children check. 

Hours

The successful candidate must be available to work the following rotating roster (hours shown are inclusive of lunch breaks):

Week 1: Monday 8.45am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm.

Week 2: Monday 8.45am – 5.00pm, Thursday 11am - 5pm, Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm

Salary: $37.69 - $40.27 per hour (plus Super), depending on qualifications and experience.

For further information contact: Melody Beier, Acting Senior Library Manager on (08) 9411 3840 or email mbeier@cockburn.wa.gov.au

How to Apply: Please ensure you read the attached Position Description to get a full understanding of the role requirements and selection criteria before applying.

Then, please prepare a detailed cover letter addressing how your experience, skills and behaviours make you a suitable candidate, and attach a current resume.

Online applications must be made via the City’s employment webpage at www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/employment, by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.

Closing Date: Monday 17 February 2025 at 5.00pm

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to this date.

The City of Cockburn is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of all ages and people with disability.

 Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Cockburn values.

Attachments:- PD - Library Officer.pdf

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Library Assistant

Job No: CEN3953 | Location: Central Coast NSW

Do you love providing exceptional customer service? Play a role is promoting continual learning culture on the Central Coast fostering community connections.

Rewrite the future with us and apply for our Library Assistant role!

• People-focused role which allows you to actively engage in the community
• Permanent full-time role at Toukley Library
• Work 140 hours over 4 weeks, rostered over Monday to Saturday

About the role

Central Coast Council Libraries provide a diverse range of services and resources to the Central Coast Community as well as playing a key role in fostering community connection. The role of Library Assistant is responsible for providing efficient and customer friendly library services to library users including circulation and library maintenance duties.

We are looking for a team player who is also a customer focused individual and is passionate about providing exceptional services to our community. Your enthusiasm for innovative solutions and independent thinking are also critical for the delivery of effective library and Council services to the community. 

This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Key Duties 

• Perform the duties required within the branch such as loans, returns, renewals, reservations, membership enquiries and accurate shelving
• Provide technological assistance to customers and members of the community
• Prepare and deliver reader advisory and children's programs that support reading and literacy 
• Provide effective directional and basic reference advice and information and select appropriate borrowing materials for housebound patrons

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current Working with Children Check 
• Demonstrated solid contemporary experience in a similar role combined with ongoing professional development

Our position description provides more information for you to learn more about this role.

Other important information

• The salary range for this position ranges between $57.1k to $68.6k pa (dependent on skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation 
• We have a permanent full-time role available. 
• This role will be able to access a 19 day month, working 140 hours over a 4 week period. 
• This role is located at the Toukley Library. 

Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.

Extra benefits

At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.

Other extras include:

• Long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
• Free flu vaccination program
• Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donations
• Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms
• We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program
• Novated leasing partnerships. 

Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.

Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.

What to know more?

The contact person for this role is Nicole Barr, Team Leader Library Branches. You can contact Nicole on 0417 091 398.

This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 16 February 2025. 

To download our Privacy Statement click here.

Location

Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia. 

How to apply

We have put together some additional resources to help you apply for a role at Central Coast Council.

By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information that you provide in this application is true and correct and acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false. 

You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate.  This may include associated checks including reference checks, Working with Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, employment history and an Australian Federal Police Check, as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies.

You also acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.

To lodge your application, please follow these steps:

1. Answer the on-line questions shown below the job advertisement (APPLY on Council Website)
2. Attach your resume 
3. Attach your qualifications and licences.

Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.

If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need. If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.

Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail. For further instructions please click here. 

You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finalise your application.  

If you don't have access to a computer or electronic device, you can lodge your application at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1-hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest library https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branches or ask at the enquiry counter.

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Library Officer

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•  Closing date: 3/02/2025 9:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time
•  Location: Onslow
•  Department: Library
•  Compensation: Hourly Rate (FT & PT) AUD $30.45 - $30.45
•  Employment type: Permanent Part-Time

Library Officer (Onslow)

Residential – Onslow | Part time | (35 hours per fortnight)

Starting hourly rate of $30.45 negotiable, dependent on skills and experience.

About the Position

The Shire of Ashburton is seeking an outgoing and organised person who likes working with people, including children, to join the team at the Onslow Library. This role is responsible for providing excellent customer service along with assisting in the provision of special programs at the library and general administration duties.

Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated, with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage young people, as well as previous experience in customer service and/or administration. Experience working in a library will be highly regarded, however is not essential. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of application for a Working with Children Check prior to commencement, if not already held.

This role is part time working 35 hours per fortnight, with the roster being in accordance with programs and opening hours.

Weekly working days will be as follows:

• Monday: 8:45am to 4:00pm (30-minute lunch break)
• Tuesday: 8:45am to 4:00pm (30-minute lunch break)
• Wednesday: 12:00pm to 4:00pm (No lunch break)

Additional hours may be required from time to time, in particular for leave coverage.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Cindy Derschow, Manager Libraries, on 08 9190 2223.

Submitting your Application

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au by 9:00 AM Monday, 3rd February 2025.

Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for a National Police Check upon job application.

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Coordinator Library Services

Date Added: 28-January-2025

Closing Date: 25-February-2025 04:00 PM

Position Description: Download Position Description

The Opportunity:

• Full-time
• Level 8 - Salary Range $97,228 - $102,938 per annum depending upon qualifications & experience
• Located at our new Shire of Dardanup Library, Administration and Community Building

Do you have a uniqueness that sets you apart from other candidates? Fancy working in the only brand-new, award-winning Library in the Southwest? If that’s a yes…keep reading!

We are looking for a Library Coordinator who wants to challenge the ‘traditional’ meaning of a Library. Someone with the passion to create a unique hub for the Community, who is motivated and passionate about leading an enthusiastic and creative team.

What’s on offer:

• Located in Eaton, a south west lifestyle beckons
• Brand new Library and Make It Space facility.
• Negotiated flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Superannuation co-contributions
• Discounted gym membership – enjoy our 24 hour gym
• Free office parking, and ideally situated adjacent to the vibrant Eaton Fair precinct
• Corporate Wellness Program & Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development and Study Assistance Program

About the Shire:

The Shire of Dardanup blends the picturesque farming hinterland of Dardanup and Ferguson Valley with an expanding urban residential and commercial hub in Eaton, where our Administration Centre is located. Close to the Collie River and Leschenault Estuary plus only minutes from Bunbury, the Shire has been identified as a regional growth corridor with planning underway for the new city of Wanju with a projected population of 50,000 (www.wanju.dardanup.wa.gov.au). 

Want more info?

Call our HR Team on 08 9724 0362 or visit our website: www.dardanup.wa.gov.au/employment  

To Apply:

Applicants must address the selection criteria in the position description to be eligible for this position. Email your cover letter, selection criteria statement, and Resume to hr@dardanup.wa.gov.au 

Applications Close:  4:00pm Tuesday, 25 February 2025 or once a suitable pool of candidates is received.  This means the vacancy may close without notice.

The Shire of Dardanup reserves the right to commence the selection process prior to the close of applications. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available.*Age rates apply for applicants under 21 years of age*

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