Library Assistant - Pittsworth
3628 | Library & Cultural Services | Pittsworth
Closing date: 18/03/2025
BRING YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS TO OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY AS PART OF THE PITTSWORTH LIBRARY TEAM
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 supervision.
- The hourly rate for this position is $35.45 - $38.40 gross per hour plus casual loading and superannuation.
- This is a Casual position based at the Pittsworth Library.
- Join a fun, focused, and supportive team.
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 computer literacy skills including the capacity to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications, and ability to learn and demonstrate new technologies for digital literacy programs.
- Sound oral and written communication and numeracy skills and ability to plan and prioritise own work in order to meet deadlines.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver library programs for a range of age groups, including story time.
- Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.
How to apply
To apply, please ensure you answer all the questions, and submit two documents:
- A two page cover letter addressing each of 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 Bronnie Carnell on (07) 4619 8003 within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Tuesday, 18 March 2025 | APPLY
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 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 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 (3628).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf