Trainee Library and Information Services Assistant
We are currently seeking applications for a Trainee Library and Information Services Assistant to commence in 2025. Applications close Wednesday, 23 October 2024 at 5:00pm.
Council is currently seeking applications for a Trainee Library and Information Services Assistant. The successful applicant will complete a traineeship in the Library while undertaking a Certificate III in Business. The traineeship qualification has a nominal duration of 12 months. Continued employment beyond the 12-month traineeship period is not guaranteed.
This traineeship opportunity is made available with the assistance of Government funding; therefore, successful appointment will be dependent on applicants meeting specific funding criteria contained in the attached Eligibility Questionnaire. Funding eligibility will be assessed upon receipt of your application.
The key responsibilities include:
- Customer Service Desk duties including assisting the public in locating information and supporting library clients in the use of computers, the internet, and other equipment.
- Assist with the planning, preparing and delivery of library programs.
- Assist with setting up displays, exhibitions and events.
Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.
Wages and Conditions of employment will be determined in accordance with the Order – Apprentices’ and Trainees’ Wages and Conditions (Excluding Certain Queensland Government Entities) 2003; Training Wage Award – State 2012; Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 and Council’s Certified Agreement. Currently, the salary ranges from $903.30 to $1,604.15 gross per fortnight dependent upon age and the highest year of schooling completed.
Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.
Applications for 24/59 – Trainee Library and Information Services Assistant should include:
- A cover letter
- A current resume
- Statements addressing the selection criteria
- Traineeship Eligibility Questionnaire
- Most recent academic record
Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods (Word or PDF format is preferable):
- Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
- Mail – Confidential Application No. 24/59, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807
Applications close on Wednesday, 23 October at 5.00pm.
For further information please contact the Library Services Manager – Lois Huston on (07) 4783 9800.