Collections Librarian
Deadline: Wednesday, 27 March 2024
- Lead and support the Library Collections team
- Maintain and manage quality and contemporary library collections
- Permanent full-time opportunity located at our Eastgardens Library
Our Team
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Life Directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life, including family, children, aged, leisure and cultural services.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Collections Librarian to lead the Collections team. If you are looking for the next step in your career and to contribute to the success of our libraries and community, this is the job for you!
This role is responsible in managing and maintaining quality and contemporary library collections and providing a socially inclusive library service for all residents in the Bayside LGA.
You can also expect to:
- Lead a library team and provide advice and support in the management and maintenance of library collections across the Bayside library network to deliver innovative library services that meet customer needs.
- Work with suppliers and stakeholders to develop and deliver relevant and timely collections, resources, and technologies.
- Develop and implement impact evaluation measures for relevant services to provide advice and enhance the delivery of evidence based, innovative library collections.
- Provide input and advice to support library budget decision making.
- Create or participate in the development and implementation of practices, guidelines, policies, and procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Network with other libraries, service providers, and other organisations to share information and resources.
- Work on rostered desk shifts at all libraries in the Bayside library network as required to deliver exceptional customer service.
About You
We are looking for a someone who demonstrates:
- University qualifications recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association and/or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
- A current Working with Children Check number.
- Current Driver’s Licence Class C and/or willingness to travel between Bayside Library locations.
Our Benefits and Culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. The Business Transformation team have a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives.
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:
- Rostered Day Off every three weeks
- 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
- 15 days sick leave each year.
- 2 days health and wellbeing days each year
- Generous parental leave entitlements for both parent
Apply Now
Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the job description.
Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role outlined in the position description.
Applications must be submitted email at recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au with the subject line F24/155: Collections Librarian
Deadline: Wednesday, 27 March 2024
Salary range: $92,249.16 to $103,319.02 per annum, plus 11% superannuation
Enquiries: Natalie Funston, Acting Coordinator Libraries on 0427 977 821 or at natalie.funston@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.