Librarian

• Location: Northern Beaches Council

• Division: Community & Recreation
• Business Unit: Library Services
• Title: Librarian, Permanent - Full-time Role, 35 hours per week
• Salary Range: $85745.17 to $99650.39 per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)

Who we are:

Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community.
Join us and you’ll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone’s business.

Library:
Northern Beaches Libraries are one of the largest and well-used library services in NSW. The library network has six library branches spread across the Northern Beaches in addition to online and outreach services, providing contemporary and innovate spaces, programs and services that support lifelong learning, social connection and community wellbeing. 

Working with us:

Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development.  

In this role you’ll enjoy -

•    Values based culture and a teams oriented working environment  
•    Employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits 
•    Professional development and training opportunities

Our opportunity:
The key focus areas of this role include: 
•    Leading customer service duties to support the effective operation of library branches across a 7-day service.
•    Coordinate and lead collection management tasks to ensure the provision of relevant and engaging collections.
•    Develop, implement and evaluate the delivery of events, programs and exhibitions to support a contemporary, community-focussed and innovative library service.

About you:
We’re looking for a people-oriented person to join our customer centric team.  You’ll bring creativity and innovation to a team passionate about making a difference to our community.

Additional Information:

• Position Description
• Applications close on: 5 July 2026
• Expected Interview Date: 15 July 2026
• Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Karen Bones on 02 8495 6448

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on (02) 8495 5070.

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Branch Library Officer - Blayney

• Closing Date: 12/07/2026
• Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
• Location: Orange City Council
• Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training
• Weekly Hours: 22 (Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 11am-1pm and 2pm-5pm, Saturday, 10am to 12pm)
  Hourly Rate: $46.72 – $50.92 plus super

The full position description can be found HERE (this link will work on Council's website)

About Central West Libraries

Central West Libraries is a regional library service located across the Central Tablelands and Western Slopes of NSW. Established in 1958 the Library Service encompasses the Local Government areas of Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Weddin and Orange. The Library Service’s 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.

Position Details

In your role as Branch Library Officer, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of library services in the Blayney Branch.

• Provide high quality, customer focussed readers’ services including circulation duties, reference enquiries and participation in the delivery of programs and events
• Supervision and coordination of casual staff and volunteers
• Interacting with the wider community including Blayney Council to maximise the potential reach of library services
• Participate in the training and planning processes of service delivery
• Actively participate in the Library’s Strategic and Marketing Plans

So, what do you need?

• Qualifications as a Library Technician recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) or equivalent
• Previous library experience engaging children with literature or industry experience in a relevant field.
• Well-developed communications, time management and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated teamwork and customer service skills.
• Digitally knowledgeable and proficient in using a wide variety of technology.
• Awareness and understanding of public libraries and their services.
• Ability to obtain a satisfactory criminal records check and NSW Working with Children Check

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  

Interested?

To apply, please click Apply. A cover letter is not required, however, there are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Branch Services Librarian, Rebekah Salmon on (02) 6393 8123.

Applications close Sunday 12 July 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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Library Officer (part-time & casual roles)

Closing Date: 11-Jul-2026 04:00 PM

Position Description: Download Position Description

Are you an energetic, friendly person who would love to work with children, students and local community members to increase the vibrancy of a shared public space?

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced library officer to join the Library services of the Shire.

The Donnybrook Library is a jointly run facility between the Shire and the Donnybrook Senior High School, located on the school grounds. The Balingup Library is a small boutique library, open to the community three days per week across the following times:

Tuesday: 9.00am-12.00pm, 1.00-4.00pm

Thursday: 9.00am-12.00pm

Saturday: 9.00am-12.00pm

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of library services to the Donnybrook District High School and the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup community. 
• Assist with library operations and administrative processes. 
• Catalogue records according to RDA and MARC standards. 
• Assist with the delivery of collection-based services to the public (includes physical and digital items). 
• Assist with money handling procedures and banking. 
• Assist with the development and delivery of key projects, focusing on increasing community vibrancy and participation. 
• Attend training as appropriate to develop skills in line with continuous improvement. 
• Develop and implement new procedures and processes as directed. 

About you

• A positive, friendly and engaging approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of computer literacy skills (Microsoft Word & Excel). 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Excellent time management skills. 
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. 
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative. 
• A proven commitment to Work Health and Safety principles and practices. 

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain).

If you’re looking for part-time or flexible work, a great team culture and the chance to make a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Superannuation (including co-contribution)
• Use of the Shire Leisure Centre
• Employee Assistance Program

To Apply

A full position description can be found on our website (www.donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au). 

Please direct any enquiries to employment@donnybrook.wa.gov.au

Please ensure you have reviewed the position description and addressed the selection criteria in your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

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About us:

The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup is situated in the South-West of Western Australia, 206 km south of Perth and 36 km south-east of Bunbury. Surrounded by stunning forests, winding rivers, rolling hills, vineyards and lush orchards, Donnybrook-Balingup is a great place for residents and visitors alike.

The Shire reserves the right to revoke this position vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable applicant be identified earlier.

Library Assistant

• Posted: 19/06/2026
• Closing Date: 10/07/2026
• Salary: $16,503.45 - $16,503.45
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Millicent
• Job Category: Libraries

Based in the heart of South Australia's picturesque Limestone Coast, Wattle Range Council manages over $250 million of community assets and provides hundreds of diverse services to its local community. This position is just one of 70 different roles within a team of over 160 dedicated employees. If you are interested in a career path that includes a competitive salary package, employment conditions that support a healthy work/life balance, and ongoing training opportunities that are designed to enhance your professional development - we'd love you to apply.

What We Offer

• Healthy Lifestyle Program including annual Flu vaccinations
• Flexible Working Arrangements, including rostered days off for full time employees
• Income Protection
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Salary Sacrificing

Job Description

The Wattle Range Council is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Library Assistant to join our team at the Millicent Library. This is a permanent part-time role of 8hours per week.

This position supports Council's library and cultural services functions within the Development Services Directorate, Library and Cultural Services Department, located in Millicent. The role requires providing general facility administrative support, assisting with facilitation of Council's library, gallery and cultural services functions, monitoring and maintaining compliance with all Council policies, procedures and legislative requirements within assigned delegations of authority, and performing other functions as directed by the Library and Cultural Services Manager. This position requires a significant degree of flexibility and resilience as Council is a complex and multi-disciplined organisation that deals with competing priorities that change on a regular basis.

If you're ready to make a positive impact by enriching the lives of residents in our community, we encourage you to apply!

Desired Skills and Experience

• Ability to provide general administrative support
• Capability to assist with library, gallery and cultural services functions
• Flexibility and resilience to handle competing priorities
• Ability to work in a complex and multi-disciplined organisation

Wattle Range Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with lived experience of disability are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

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Customer and Library Services Officer

• Closing date: 7/07/2026 7:00 AM E. Australia Standard Time
• Location: Roma
• Department: Customer Experience & Library Services
• Employment type: Casual
• Work Arrangement: On-site

About Maranoa Regional Council: Maranoa Regional Council is an inclusive, proud and connected community, attracting and embracing opportunity to forge a strong future for generations to come. We support our individual communities to grow while building one strong connected region that partners with people, business and industry to thrive.

Discover the Maranoa Region: HOME - Roma Queensland

Why it is worth working at Maranoa Regional Council?

• Casual Position, based in Roma
• Stream A, Level 3
• Maranoa locality allowance $72.00 per fortnight
• Access Long service leave after seven (7) years
• Salary sacrifice facilities (rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• Discounted Gym Memberships at PCYC and Snap Fitness
• Discounted Health Insurance through Bupa

About the Role

To be the welcoming, professional first point of contact for the community, ensuring consistent access to Council services, information, and support across all channels.

This position provides frontline services for Customer and Library Services.

For Customer Experience, the role provides frontline service for enquiries, transactions, and requests, while also supporting business processes such as facility bookings. By combining accuracy with care, the role helps deliver Council’s “One Region, One Team” vision, ensuring services are accessible, well-managed, and trusted.

For Library Services, the role fosters access to lifelong learning, literacy and digital inclusion while ensuring high quality customer experiences across all interactions and maintaining an inclusive and well-presented community space.

This position also provides regional relief to other libraries and customer service centres as required.

Key Responsibilities

Library Services

• Provide circulation, membership, and collection services in line with State Library of Queensland and Council procedures.
• Assist with library programming for diverse age groups, including early literacy, digital help, and community education.
• Support patrons in accessing public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and online resources.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics to meet reporting and compliance requirements.

Customer Service

• Serve as a first point of contact for general Council enquiries, including customer request logging and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate records and statistics, and ensure information is correctly recorded in Council’s records and customer request systems.
• Process payments and receipting for Council services (e.g. rates, licenses, registrations).
• Provide high-level service aligned with Council values, promoting positive community interactions.

Facility Operations & Room Hire

• Support room hire bookings using the Bookable platform.
• Coordinate customer inductions, key handover, and basic event preparation.
• Assist in opening and closing of the facility in coordination with other staff.

Relief and Support Duties (where applicable)

• Provide basic support to the Tourism and Community Services Officer during breaks and absences (e.g. greeting visitors or providing basic information).

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the attached Position Description, which provides the detailed responsibilities and required skills, experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:

• Covering letter stating why you are interested in the position.
• Current resume (CV).
• Address the questions presented in the application form.

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Additional Information

MRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

The preferred candidate must have the legal right to work in Australia and will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

For more information:

Website: www.maranoa.qld.gov.au
Telephone: 1300 007 662

Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace

Adult / Information Services Librarian (First Peoples Identified)

Job No: MER597

Location: Glenroy

• Full-time permanent role (based on 35 hours per week)
• Fortnightly RDO
• Exciting change agenda and fantastic new team
• Salary: $86k - $97k + Super
• Ability to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local Government

About Merri-bek City Council

Merri-bek City Council is a progressive council of 195,125 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Our council area sits within the banks of the Merri Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek, and includes Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Gowanbrae, Hadfield, Oak Park and Pascoe Vale. Our city is vibrant and energetic, known for its active community, cultural diversity, creative industries and the arts. Our long-term vision has ambitious goals for environmental sustainability, social justice, community wellbeing, and creating great places. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food and cafés right at the doorstep.

Merri-bek Council strives to be a contemporary, innovative and collaborative organisation with a deep commitment to engaging and supporting the Merri-bek community.  Our organisational vision is to be one team, brave and diverse, making a difference.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We offer flexible and hybrid work options and genuinely care about providing our staff work/life balance. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food, cafés, parks and a cinema right at the doorstep.  Merri-bek is a great place to live, work and play.

This is a Special Measures role designated only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals who are eligible to apply, as per section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010

About the role

We are pleased to offer a First People's Identified role with Merri-bek Libraries. This is a permanent full-time role based at Glenroy and Fawkner Libraries.

The Adult and Information Services Librarian role is responsible for organising book groups and other reader development programs, local history talks, promoting and acquiring adult collection items, e-resources, and also for identifying and acquiring items for the ganbo marra and Local Studies collections. There is a requirement to supervise staff and work placement students, and an opportunity to provide culturally safe programming for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This role also assists in the maintenance, organisation and preservation of materials relating to the history of the local community.

Skills and experience require to perform the role

• Teamwork, supervisory and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems using creativity and originality when required, and to defuse potential conflict. 
• Ability to contribute to and deliver projects and programs, including developing, planning, implementing, and reviewing, within agreed timeframes. 
• Ability to consistently lead, motivate and coach staff and to gain the cooperation and support of team members to achieve team goals and objectives. 
• Demonstrated experience in organising community-based programs and services to targeted groups. 
• Demonstrated experience in information provision and collection management. 
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). 
• Demonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements and how this applies in the library setting.
• A current Working with Children Check.

What the role can offer

• Fortnightly RDO
• Extensive opportunities for training & career development
• Salary sacrifice options
• A real sense of work-life balance & flexible work options
• Employer-supported study assistance schemes
• Wellness programs

Further support offered for our staff

• Up to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leave
• Purchase leave
• Ceremonial leave
• Gender affirmation leave
• Family violence leave

For application support and information about First Peoples support at Merri-bek, please view our First Peoples Careers page. To contact First Peoples Careers, please email: firstpeoplescareers@merri-bek.vic.gov.au

For further information about this position please contact Rita Hardy on (03) 8311 4111.

Applications close: 11:30pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026.
*in the case that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advertisement before the current closing date.

Before submitting an application, please view the Position Description.

Please note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid WWCC and Qualifications. Please have this ready when completing your application.

How to apply

Please fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents.

*Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council.

Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email.

Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation.

Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture.

We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience.  Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council. For further information regarding access or modifications you may require for a recruitment process please contact Danni Jovanovic, Recruitment Business Partner on recruitment@merri-bek.vic.gov.au

Our Commitment

In May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.

Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website.

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Children's and Youth Services Librarian (First Peoples Identified)

Job No: MER598

Location: Brunswick

• Full-time permanent role (based on 35 hours per week)
• Fortnightly RDO
• Exciting change agenda and fantastic new team
• Salary: $86k - $97k per annum + Super
• Ability to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local Government

About Merri-bek City Council

Merri-bek City Council is a progressive council of 195,125 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Our council area sits within the banks of the Merri Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek, and includes Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Gowanbrae, Hadfield, Oak Park and Pascoe Vale. Our city is vibrant and energetic, known for its active community, cultural diversity, creative industries and the arts. Our long-term vision has ambitious goals for environmental sustainability, social justice, community wellbeing, and creating great places. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food and cafés right at the doorstep.

Merri-bek Council strives to be a contemporary, innovative and collaborative organisation with a deep commitment to engaging and supporting the Merri-bek community.  Our organisational vision is to be one team, brave and diverse, making a difference.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We offer flexible and hybrid work options and genuinely care about providing our staff work/life balance. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food, cafés, parks and a cinema right at the doorstep.  Merri-bek is a great place to live, work and play.

This is a Special Measures role designated only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals who are eligible to apply, as per section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010

About the role

An exciting opportunity has come up to join Merri-bek Libraries. This is a permanent full time role based at Brunswick and Campbell Turnbull Libraries.

The Children’s and Youth Services Librarian role is responsible for providing targeted library and information services to children and young people, promoting early literacy, supporting and mentoring members of the children’s and youth team, assisting with the collection development of the children and youth collections, providing outreach to local schools, kindergartens, day care centres and other places where our families and young people gather, and providing culturally safe programming for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including the inclusion of Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung language and storytelling opportunities.

Skills and experience require to perform the role

• Teamwork, supervisory and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems using creativity and originality when required, and to defuse potential conflict. 
• Ability to contribute to and deliver projects and programs, including developing, planning, implementing, and reviewing, within agreed timeframes. 
• Ability to consistently lead, motivate and coach staff and to gain the cooperation and support of team members to achieve team goals and objectives. 
• Demonstrated experience in organising community-based programs and services to targeted groups. 
• Demonstrated experience in information provision and collection management. 
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). 
• Demonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements and how this applies in the library setting.
• A current Working with Children Check.

What the role can offer

• Fortnightly RDO
• Cultural leave for First Peoples
• Tailored cultural support
• First Peoples staff network and initiatives
• Extensive opportunities for training & career development
• Salary sacrifice options
• A real sense of work-life balance & flexible work options
• Employer-supported study assistance schemes
• Wellness programs

Further support offered for our staff

• Up to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leave
• Purchase leave
• Ceremonial leave
• Gender affirmation leave
• Family violence leave

For application support and information about First Peoples support at Merri-bek, please view our First Peoples Careers page. To contact First Peoples Careers, please email: firstpeoplescareers@merri-bek.vic.gov.au

For further information about this position please contact Andrew Pocock on (03) 9355 4208.

Applications close: 11:30pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026.
*in the case that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advertisement before the current closing date.

Before submitting an application please view the Position Description.

Please note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid WWCC and qualification. Please have this ready when completing your application.

How to apply

Please fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents.

*Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council.

Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email.

Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation.

Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture.

We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience.  Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council. For further information regarding access or modifications you may require for a recruitment process please contact Danni Jovanovic, Recruitment Business Partner on recruitment@merri-bek.vic.gov.au

Our Commitment

In May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.

Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website.

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Coordinator Library Collections and Workforce Capability

• Wyndham: This role may be required to work across multiple locations throughout the Wyndham Municipality
• Permanent Full Time
• Band 7 from $115,575.61 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO
• Closing Date: 07/07/2026 11:59 pm

About the Role

As a member of the Library Operations team, this position is responsible for leading Wyndham City Libraries' collections and workforce capability functions to deliver contemporary, inclusive and community-responsive library.

You will also coordinate workforce capability initiatives including staff training, induction, professional development and workforce planning to support a high-performing, adaptable and customer-focused library team.
This role involves managing library collections and capability budgets, procurement processes, contracts and reporting requirements, while contributing to continuous improvement, innovation and strategic planning across the library service.

Working collaboratively with branch leaders and specialist teams, you will support service improvements, respond to customer feedback, and help foster inclusive and equitable access to library services for Wyndham's diverse community.

Utilising your leadership, stakeholder engagement and operational management skills will be pivotal to your success as you support day-to-day branch operations, workforce development initiatives and organisational objectives. This role requires strong communication skills, sound judgement, political awareness and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The role may require occasional evening and weekend work, travel across Wyndham library branches and attendance at community or organisational events as required.

How to Apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4430835305/?trk=mcm*If or APPLY HERE

For further information contact: Candice Browne E: libraryadmin@wyndham.vic.gov.au T: 03 8734 2609

What your day will look like

• Leading the development and management of Wyndham Libraries' physical and digital collections
• Coordinating workforce capability initiatives including training, induction and professional development programs
• Managing collection and workforce capability budgets, procurement and reporting requirements
• Collaborating with library leaders and stakeholders to deliver service improvements and innovative library initiatives
• Demonstrating strong capability in leading and developing direct reports through regular coaching, clear communication, supportive feedback and fostering professional growth opportunities
• Responds proactively and agilely to emerging operational requirements, effectively problem-solving in fastpaced and changing environments
• Reviewing customer feedback, analysing service data and supporting continuous improvement across library operations

What you will bring

• Degree qualifications in Library Services or a related discipline, with substantial relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in library operations, collection development and workforce capability initiatives
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience leading high-performing teams
• Experience managing budgets, projects, operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham
We are one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Current Wyndham employees who accept a permanent or temporary role of 12 months or more must relinquish any existing casual position with Council, regardless of whether the new role is full-time or part-time. Additionally, employees cannot be absent from their substantive position for more than 24 months. If this occurs, they may be required to relinquish or return to their substantive role.

Child Safe Organisation
Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering aculture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion
At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City's Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.

Officer – Reading, Learning & Community

POSITION 275 

Commencing mid July 2026 until 6 January 2027 
Specific Engagement  
Band 3 ($36.4770 – 39.7780 per hour) + Super  
FIXED TERM - Part Time  
81 hours per 4 week roster  
Ivanhoe Library   

For more information about this position, please refer to the following documents and apply via Seek

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Position Description
Roster

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 5 July 2026

Librarian - Community Learning - Local History

Job No: BC3601 | Location: Blacktown, NSW

Connecting people, culture and knowledge.

Be part of a professional library team providing access to Blacktown’s local history and genealogy collections. You help customers locate records, interpret historical information and navigate digital and print resources, making it easier for the community to research family history and understand the local area.

You manage and improve local history collections, including organising materials, maintaining digital records and supporting conservation. At the public desk, you respond to enquiries, resolve issues and guide customers through specialised resources. You deliver training sessions and support programs that promote local history services.

The role includes supervising staff during service delivery and supporting consistent, high quality customer service across sites. You contribute to library planning, attend team meetings and represent the library in working groups. The work is practical and varied, from shelving and collection upkeep to reporting and service improvements.

This is a full time role with rostered hours, including one evening shift per week and occasional weekend shifts. You work with a supportive team, build your expertise and contribute to services the community relies on every day.

At Blacktown City Council, good people make great teams – and great teams build great cities. Here, you will find the stability and support to keep growing, along with:

• a secure, permanent role with one of Australia's largest councils 
• an entry level salary commencing at $1,563.45 per week
• penalty rates apply for weekend shifts
• a 35-hour working week 
• access to Council's flextime arrangement
• 12% superannuation and competitive leave entitlements
• ongoing training and development support
• access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description

For more detail on this opportunity, click here to view or download the position description.             

Closing date: Sunday 5 July 2026, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer: Mary Ternes on (02) 9839 6621

Internal ref: BCC1134

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