Library Assistant - Oakey
2528 | Library & Cultural Services | Oakey
Closing date: 01/09/2024
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About the position
The Library Assistant position will be responsible for contributing to the overall maintenance and development of Public Library services provided to the community.
This position will work under regular direction.
- The hourly rate for this position is $33.44 - $36.22 gross per hour, plus casual loading and superannuation.
- This is a Casual position based at the Oakey Library.
- Join a fun and productive team focused on customer service and community support.
How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria
- Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description.
- Sound oral and written communication skills and numeracy skills.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate and timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
- Ability to plan, create and deliver library programs.
- The ability to learn and effectively utilise new technologies which includes library specific software and apps and the promotion of digital literacy programs.
- Sound computer literacy skills including the capacity to effectively use the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Sound time management and organisational skills with the ability to plan and organise own work in order to meet deadlines.
- Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.
How to apply
To apply, please submit two documents:
- A two page cover letter addressing the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description; and
- Your current resume.
The preferred candidate 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.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
For further information
Please contact Eileen Collins on (07) 4688 6129 within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 1 September 2024.
About Council
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
Attachments:
- Position Description - Library Assistant (2528).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf