Library Officer
Closing date: 06/09/2024 9:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time
Location: Paraburdoo
Department: Library
Compensation: Hourly Rate (FT & PT) AUD $30.45 - $35.27
Employment type: Maximum Term Contract
Library Officer (12 Month Contract)
Residential – Paraburdoo | Part time 12-month fixed term contract (40 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 Paraburdoo 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 40 hours per fortnight, with the roster being in accordance with programs and opening hours. The role is available for a maximum 12 month, and pending operational requirements may evolve into an ongoing full-time permanent role.
Working days will be as follows:
Week 1 of Fortnight
Monday: 8:30am to 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break)
Tuesday: 8:30am to 4:15pm (30-minute lunch break)
Thursday: 8:30am to 4:00pm (30-minute lunch break)
Saturday: 9:45am to 12:00pm (No lunch break)
Week 2 of Fortnight
Monday: 12:00pm to 4:00pm (No lunch break)
Thursday: 8:00am to 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break)
Friday: 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 & Information Services, 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 Friday 6th September 2024.
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.