Regional Library Services Coordinator
Job No: DRC1399 | Location: Dubbo NSW
Embrace the opportunity to be part of our collaborative team, elevate your professional journey and make meaningful contributions to the development of our community!
- Lead a team dedicated to exceptional library services across three local government areas
- Enjoy a 35-hour workweek with adaptable working hours, embracing a 19 day month with a rostered day off!
- Attractive annual salary ranging from $90,556 to $105,240 plus 11% superannuation
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Regional Library Services Coordinator is pivotal in developing Library and Information Services for the Macquarie Regional Library (MRL) service area of Dubbo Regional Council, Warrumbungle Shire Council and Narromine Shire Council. The position is responsible for planning and coordination of relevant regional customer and information services, programs, projects and training.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a collaborative and mutually supportive relationship with regional stakeholders.
- Deliver excellence in regional library services and customer experience and regularly review strategies, policies, programs and processes.
- Provide leadership in delivering high-quality regional services, programs, customer experiences, and engagement that enhance information skills, knowledge, and digital literacy outcomes.
- Contribute to developing the MRL Strategic Plan, Budget, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.
- Contribute to Collections Management processes and policy support.
- Coordinate the regional staff training program plan and staff coaching support.
ABOUT YOU
You have a passion for lifelong learning and relish the chance to thrive in a diverse environment, collaborating with a dedicated professional team that serves our regional community. You are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service in developing strategies, programs and projects across the library service and as part of the senior library management team.
You bring excellent communication skills, both in writing and verbal, with a keen eye for detail. You are an innovative team player who consistently seeks constructive avenues to enhance team culture and make meaningful contributions.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
- Degree or Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Science with eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) or degree-level qualification in a related area with extensive relevant experience
- Extensive experience in developing and delivering high-quality library and information services, preferably in a public library environment
- Extensive experience in reviewing and evaluating library services and programs
- Demonstrated experience in library marketing and social media strategies
- Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills to work collaboratively across a regional library service
WHAT WE OFFER
- Attractive annual salary ranging from $90,556 to $105,240 plus 11% superannuation
- Flexible work options to suit your needs
- Enjoy a 35-hour workweek with adaptable working hours, embracing a 19 day month with a rostered day off!
- Thrive within the collaborative and supportive environment of the Council's team, immersed in a welcoming company culture
- Generous leave provisions to support your work-life balance
- Prioritise your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport, a comprehensive wellbeing program, the opportunity to engage with colleagues via our social club, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential assistance provided by our employee assistance (EAP) program
- Experience the benefits of our salary packaging options, allowing you to maximize your earnings and financial flexibility
If this role sounds appealing to you, take a moment to explore the Position Description
This position requires a pre employment health assessment. Please refer to the attached Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.
Closing Date: 9:00am, Monday 18th March 2024
Enquiries: Manager Macquarie Regional Library - 02 6801 4500
ABOUT US
We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of over 55,000 people. Our team consisting of 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services.
Our focus is on delivering high quality services, strengthening our community engagement and strategic management capabilities, building an organisation based on performance and continuous improvement whilst creating a values based organisational culture and developing a professional and engaged team that delivers on our shared values; Progressive, Sustainable, One Team and Integrity.
Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
HOW TO APPLY
- If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now!
- Please fill out the questions in the application page below.
- On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications.
- Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later. We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready.
- A panel will assess all applications for suitability against the essential criteria for the position. Once completed, an interview, skills assessment or task and reference checks may be undertaken. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via the email address you supply as part of your application.