Team Leader – Aldinga and Willunga Libraries
- City of Onkaparinga–Aldinga SA
- Full Time – Permanent
- $123,000 - $130,000 a year
About the Position
Aldinga and Willunga Libraries are a part of the City of Onkaparinga Library network and is known for their welcoming, inclusive and family friendly environments. Our team of passionate library staff work hard to ensure every customer receives a positive experience and is encouraged to utilise our library as a place to learn, enjoy, feel safe and connect with the community. This position has responsibilities across the six library branches in City of Onkaparinga
Reporting to the Team Leader Collection Management and Library Services, this is an exciting leadership opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our library service. In this role, you will:
- lead and manage a dedicated team of staff and volunteers across Aldinga and Willunga Libraries.
- lead and champion digital inclusion initiatives across all Onkaparinga Libraries
- implement the Libraries Strategic Plan and contribute to the achievement of organisational strategic priorities.
- manage the Aldinga and Willunga library facilities, ensuring services, programs and resources align with the needs of the community and the strategic objectives of the City of Onkaparinga.
About You
You are an experienced and approachable people leader who is passionate about customer service and community outcomes. You bring a collaborative leadership style, a commitment to developing others and an understanding of the important role libraries play in supporting lifelong learning, digital inclusion and community wellbeing.
Ideally you will possess:
- Strong interpersonal skills that foster inclusion, collaboration, staff development and a culture of professional service excellence.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, empower and develop high performing teams
- The ability to support, mentor and guide staff and volunteers to deliver efficient, ethical and customer-focused services.
- Sound knowledge of library principles and practices particularly in relation to technology, customer service and service delivery within a large, complex multi-brand library service.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the role public libraries play in advancing digital inclusion and improving community access to technology and digital literacy skills.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Proven experience in a customer centric leadership role.
- Demonstrated understanding of digital inclusion and the role libraries play in improving community access to technology and digital skills,
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Experience leading and delivering impactful projects.
Working for Council
Some of the benefits of working with us include:
- Competitive salary
- Fun and energetic team
- Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
- Free parking
- An expansive health & wellbeing program
- Salary sacrificing options
If, after reading the position description you have any queries, or require further information please contact Helen Walkden, Team Leader Collection Management and Library Services on (08) 8384 0655.
Application Process:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.
Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.
The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities. For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact humanresources@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au.
The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment – including drug and alcohol testing, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing. The successful applicant must possess and provide a current Department of Human Services (DHS) ‘Cleared’ Working with Children Check Screening Clearance prior to offer of employment.
Applications close – 9am Wednesday 1 July 2026