Customer Services Library Officer

Reference Number: 2023-108 | Closing Date: 13-11-2023 | Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Customer Services Library Officer -  Part-time  (28 hours per week)

Role is  located at Hornsby library.

Please see the roster available at hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers

Salary: $1,913 to $2,143 per fortnight, plus superannuation. 

Appointed rate of pay in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a customer focused, flexible and organised person who loves problem solving to join our customer service team.

About us

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.

About the role

In your new role, you will be part of a customer focused team that supports library and information services to Hornsby Shire community by assisting with the provision of efficient and effective information and circulation services.
This is an operational position that relies heavily on teamwork and requires that work be prioritised according to customer need.

The Customer Services  Library Officer position has the following major components:

• Provision of quality customer services
• Provision of efficient circulation and information services
• Maintenance of collections and facilities
• Support of library services and programs across the library network
• Operational supervision

About you

The Customer Services  Library Officer position requires an enthusiastic, customer oriented person who has well developed communication and organisational skills. Competion of  the Diploma in Library and Information Studies accepted by the Australian Library and Information Association is the qualification for the position. The ability to be an effective member of a team is critical to the success of this role as is accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

In your new role you will;
* Be interested in assisting the community
* Be flexible and co-operative approach to work with good problem solving skills
* Have enthusiasm for working in a public library
* Have a commitment to continuous learning

The Customer Services Library Officer  is primarily based at the Hornsby Library and may be required to work at other branch libraries. 

Completion of Diploma of Library and Information Studies accepted by the Australian Library and Information Association for technician membership is a requirement for this position.

A current Working with Children check is required. Please note that unsuccessful applicants deemed suitable in the recruitment process may be considered for a casual position.

Benefits of Working with Us!

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Hornsby Council offers a range of benefits including;

• Employee Recognition and Rewards Scheme
• Motor Vehicle Novated Leasing for staff
• Access to a range of health and well-being programs including discounted gym and swim membership, Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Passport, free flu injections and more
• Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Up to 18 weeks Parental Leave
• Personal development benefits ranging from apprenticeships, career development, study assistance and training programs
• An active social club with diverse activities

Please note that double vaccination is required to work in this position and to attend an interview.

For further information, please contact Sharon Lee, Customer Services Co-ordinator, on (02) 9847 6805. 

Closing date: 13 November 2023 at 11.30pm

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Community History Officer - Up to 12 Months

Job No: IW0657 | Location: Marrickville

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council is among Sydney’s larger local government agencies looking after a vibrant community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable and diverse suburbs.

As we continue to deliver quality, innovative and inclusive programs and services, we would love it if you can join in our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, WHS, sustainability, continuous improvement and business excellence. The community is at the heart of the organisation and Council puts its values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration at the centre of everything that we do.  We are here to be of service to the community and make Inner West a great place to be. We expect commitment to these values from all employees in performing their respective roles.

We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $15.50/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

About the role

Inner West Council are looking for a candidate to deliver Local History and Archive services across the Inner West Council as part of the Community History team. Key functions include high quality customer service, provision of local history and heritage reference and information enquiries, utilising a range of databases and technology for research and customer enquiries, archives and collection management, develop and deliver history programming and exhibitions for all ages throughout the year – within library spaces and across other sites across the LGA, , and participating in building professional relationships and community engagement with history and heritage stakeholders. This role also includes the provision of services to customers, at library service desks.

This position is required to work 35 hours per week with expectation of weekend and evening work. There is also a requirement to work across eight Inner West Libraries and the position participates in a rotation system of locations.

Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role. 

Remuneration

$65,861.64 - $73,278.92 + 11% Superannuation

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications 

1. Relevant qualifications Diploma or Degree in Library Practice (TAFE), History or Museum & Galleries or related field and or equivalent experience
2. Knowledge of history and heritage reference, information, and library services
3. Demonstrated experience delivering public programs for diverse audiences in a public library, cultural institution and outdoor settings
4. Experience and understanding of a range of software and technology including Microsoft Office, library management systems, history databases, library eResources, digital collections and the digitisation process
5. Proven team player and a strong commitment to excellence in customer service and community engagement
6. Class C drivers' licence

Enquiries

Amie Zar, Community History & Heritage Coordinator on (02) 9392 5817

Closing Date

Sunday 12 November 2023, 11:30PM

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How to Apply

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role).  Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Inner West Council is a Diversity employer. We encourage applications from all candidates.

Council is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged workers to apply.

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About Inner West Council

Inner West Council is among Sydney’s larger local government agencies looking after a vibrant community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative and inclusive programs and services, we would love it if you can join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community. We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, WHS, sustainability, continuous improvement and business excellence. The community is at the heart of the organisation and Council puts its values of integrity, respect, innovation, compassion and collaboration at the centre of everything we do. We are here to be of service to the community and make Inner West a great place to be. We expect commitment to these values from all employees in performing their respective roles.

Officer Reading, Learning and Community

Lalor Library
Temporary Full Time
12 Months (Secondment) up to October 2024
Band 3 ($63,788-$69,653 p.a.) + Super

Yarra Plenty Regional Library is an innovative, flexible and industry leading public library service operating across Banyule, Nillumbik and Whittlesea Councils. We make a difference to our communities through each of our 160 staff, 90 volunteers, 9 library branches and our mobile library and outreach services.

About the Role

Lalor Library is seeking a temporary full-time Officer RLC to backfill a secondment for up to 12 months.  The Officer is required to deliver story time sessions to young patrons while actively contributing to a positive team environment and to the Library’s role as a place for reading, learning and meeting.

About You

Our Library Officers provide a high standard of service to Yarra Plenty Regional Library customers and to the wider community.  The ideal candidate will demonstrate a courteous and effective communication style, with the ability to interact with both children and their parents and across a diverse multicultural community.  The successful incumbent will provide a high level of customer focus and will actively encourage enthusiasm for reading in children.

If you have knowledge and/or experience in developing and coordinating pre literacy programs, activities and services, we want to hear from you. 

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please prepare a statement addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description, you must include specific relevant examples of your work, along with a cover letter and current resume and apply via our Seek Advert.

Applications close Thursday 9 November 2023.

Interviews will be given to all eligible employees who fully meet and address the key selection criteria.  Please note that if you do not satisfactorily meet the key selection criteria you may be excluded from interview. 

Interviews will take place as suitable candidates are identified.

*Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory National Police Record Check and Employment Working with Children Check.

Digital Programs Librarian Community Learning

Job No: BC2684 | Location: Blacktown, NSW

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About Blacktown City Libraries

Blacktown City Libraries offers 5 community libraries across our local government area in Mount Druitt, Stanhope Gardens, Riverstone, Lalor Park and our flagship service, the Max Webber Library, in the heart of the Blacktown CBD. 

We offer a wide range of services to our community including but not limited to, borrowing services, a digital library, study support services, technology workshops, and multicultural, children and youth services. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality customer services, creating places for people to come together to learn and connect with one another and our resources.

If you would like to know more about Blacktown City Libraries, please visit our website.

About the opportunity

This opportunity is based in our Community Learning team. You will work closely with library information specialists to lead and participate in projects to improve Blacktown City Libraries' web presence. You will develop and engage the community with online programs responsive to their needs.

This role focuses on the provision of quality reference and information services together with promoting innovation by exploring new digital platforms and web presence services. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Eligible for professional membership of ALIA
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering library programs including multimedia content
• Demonstrated strong commitment to a customer-focused service
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and proven problem-solving and communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficient user of online resources including databases
• Proficient user of existing and new technologies
• Demonstrated skill and experience in web analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) and feeding results into future system iterations and information architecture
• Current class ‘C’ driver’s license
• Availability to work flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends as rostered.

Desirable:

• Experience with stakeholder liaison
• Experience in budget and/or cash management
• Experience in systems integration techniques (e.g. API, web services)
• First aid certification
• Ability to speak a community language.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,452.48 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flex-time arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Click here to view or download the position description.

  Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

APPLY NOW!

Best of luck.

Closing date:           Friday 10 November 2023, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Mary Ternes on (02) 9839 6621 or 0427 970 314  

Internal ref:              BCC1157  

Digital Marketer Libraries

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Date Posted: 30 Oct 2023

Location: Campsie, NSW, AU

Company: Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Here at CBCity 
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. We are an Award-Winning Council that is regarded as Leader in the Sector including the most innovative company for 2021 and most progressive Council in 2022.

The role:
We are looking for a creative, self-motivated and innovative digital marketing specialist, with copywriting experience to create original content to connect our diverse community with our library programs, collections and services. You will work independently and collaboratively in a supportive team environment.

You will be based at Campsie Library on a permanent full-time basis, 35 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, 8.30am-5.00pm. You may be required to work an evening shift with a starting time of 12.00pm and finishing at 8.00pm, due to staff shortages. Once trained and suitably skilled to do so, the Manager may approve the incumbent to work from home under Council’s Working From Home Policy on the understanding that they may be called in at short notice to fill a staff shortage within the service. 

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Plan, implement and evaluate digital marketing strategies for our Library Service.
• Regularly update content for the library's website, social media and eNewsletter, ensuring content is targeted to the Canterbury-Bankstown community.
• Ensure deadlines are met within time and on budget.
• Provide monthly/annual reports
• Maintain an awareness of current and future trends in digital marketing
• Undertake customer service desk duties as required.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Experience with copywriting, digital marketing, content management systems, eDMs and social media applications.
• Experience with planning and evaluating online marketing strategies.
• Working with Children Check.
• Experience with online analytical tools to determine marketing effectiveness. 
• Exceptional oral and written communication & interpersonal skills, including high level English.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $77,578 (Grade F, Step 1) + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer:
•    An Attractive Remuneration Package.
•    35-hour week OR an option to work a 9-day fortnight.
•    Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options
•    Work with a leading Council which is Award Winning and an Employer of Choice.
•    An investment in your career growth, learning and development.
•    Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
•    Campsie location (close to public transport).
For more information, please contact Samantha Leung on 0436 334 497 or Samantha.Leung@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday, 13 November 2023. 

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Council is committed to ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all team members and other workers. Our COVIDSafe Workplace Policy requires all team members to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccination status before commencing employment with CBCity. Council defines ‘up-to-date’ to include having had a third dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine. Medical exemptions are only available if you are unable to be vaccinated due to genuine medical contraindications and may be subject to further review. Applications for a medical exemption will be managed in accordance with Council’s COVIDSafe Workplace Policy.   

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Coordinator Library & Museum Hub

$87,050 - $100,020 pa + Superannuation

Permanent Full Time | Location: Library Hub | Organisation Unit: Library & Heritage | Closing: 6 November 2023

About us:

The City proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, for the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable along with spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District and houses the Perth Domestic and International Airports.

About the role:

This position has responsibility for the oversight of all operational and technical aspects of Ruth Faulkner Library and Belmont Museum. You will be working with a team of dedicated and highly collaborative staff to meet the needs of our diverse and developing community.

The Coordinator Library & Museum Hub will assist the Manager Library, Culture & Place in the provision and delivery of services in Ruth Faulkner Library & Belmont Museum to ensure they are run efficiently and effectively and support the City’s strategic goals.

Duties will include:

• Consulting with the Manager Library, Culture & Place in the constant improvement and development of strategies, policies, work practices, and procedures.
• Oversight of a team of Specialists to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of a customer focussed service and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in the delivery of library and museum services.
• Ensure library and museum services are planned strategically to align with and support identified community needs and expectations.
• Directing the activities of the team and identifying appropriate training and development opportunities.
• Preparing and monitoring of reports, budgets, and expenditure/income.

About you:

To be considered for this position, you must have or are significantly progressing towards a relevant tertiary qualification in Library and/or Museum/Heritage studies (or equivalent), or relevant experience in an equivalent role. 

Due to the nature of the duties, you will also need to have highly developed stakeholder communication and administrative skills, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.

It is a requirement of this position that the corporate uniform is worn in its entirety at all times whilst on duty and a uniform will be provided upon the successful completion of a probationary period, in accordance with City Policy.

How to apply:

By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont employment page, where you can access the position description.  Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire as well as addressing the listed Essential Position Requirements, then submit your application. 

Applications close Monday, 6 November 2023.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly.  The City reserves the right to close adverts early; therefore an early application is encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation.  We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au.

Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7217. 

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Library Weekend Team Leader

• Join the dynamic Library Operations Team
• Permanent Part Time position (10 hours per fortnight), Werribee based
• Band 5L Salary from $80,937.21 (pro rata), plus super
   

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role

Reporting to the Coordinator Library Operations, the Library Weekend Team Leader will be responsible for the effective delivery of library services on weekends, providing support for the five branch library team leaders and weekend staff to ensure that visitors to the Library receive the same high level of service as weekday visitors. 

To be successful in this role you will provide a positive library experience to the community, using your ability to engage with a diverse customer base as well as your sound judgement, knowledge and discretion to make decisions within the context of the library service. 

This position is a job share arrangement, therefore the successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends across Saturdays 9.30am – 4.00pm and Sundays 1.00pm – 5.00pm.

What you’ll deliver

• Leadership support to branch Team Leaders and weekend library staff
• A high level of customer service to the community on weekends
• Excellent IT services and support to the community
• Regular Weekend report to the Library Operations Team
• A positive contribution to the successful operation of the Wyndham City Library Service

What you’ll bring

• Extensive library experience
• Tertiary qualification in a Library related degree or diploma or other relevant qualifications
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Your ability to handle customer feedback and deal with situations appropriately
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• An employee Working With Children Check
• A positive, curious and flexible attitude

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities? 

What’s next?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending us a cover letter and your resume. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Tracey Dunshea, Coordinator Library Operations on 03 8734 2626.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM on Thursday 2 November 2023 | Apply For This Opportunity

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

Additional Information

• Employee Status: Permanent
• Schedule: Part-time
• Position Description: PD Current - City Life - LCL - Weekend Team Leader - 201453

Junior Library Service Officer

Location: Dandenong and Springvale

Junior Library Service Officers

$25 - $46 (includes casual loading)

Casual

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

About the role

Greater Dandenong Libraries are pleased to present Junior opportunities for local youth, aged between 16-20 years of age, who live, study, or have a significant connection to the City of Greater Dandenong. 

The Casual Junior Library Service Officers works within the Community Arts, Culture and Library Services Department, and at both Springvale and Dandenong Library sites.

We want you to work for us if you:

• Are aged between 16-20 years of age.
• Live, study or have a significant connection to the City of Greater Dandenong.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and school holidays.
• Love working with people.
• Are committed to providing great customer service in a vibrant public library environment.
• Are confident with information technology and enjoy helping others use it.
• Value being part of a team.

The primary objectives of the position are to:

• Support and assist the community to access and use Library services and resources.
• Contribute to the delivery of excellent customer service through Greater Dandenong’s Library Services
• Promotion of library services, resources, and programs to the Greater Dandenong Community

About you

The successful applicant will bring a passion for providing excellent customer service, promoting literacy and have experience working in a culturally and linguistically diverse and busy environments. An understanding and demonstrated experience of current technologies, and the willingness to embrace and explore emerging technologies relevant to libraries, is essential.

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role. For your application to be considered, you will need to submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• A separate document answering the following questions: 1.Tell us about your experience working with technology, and 2. Tell us about your ongoing availability to work for us.
• A short two-minute video answering the questions: 1. What excites you about working at the Library with the City Dandenong community? and 2. What do you like best about working in a team?

Please record the video in landscape orientation and it must be submitted as an open link.

To submit your video please use the following link: Junior Library Services Officer Video Submission

To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.

Junior Library Service Officer Position Description - 375 KB

To apply, please include a resume, covering letter, and ensuring the key selection criteria is addressed with your application.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked toconsent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for childrenwith zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

Further information: Ros Tiberi (03) 8571 1416

Applications close: 5pm, 20 November 2023

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Information Librarian

$78,231 - $90,312 pa (plus super)

Permanent Full Time

Location: Dandenong

Department: Community Strengthening

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

About the role

Due to a recent resignation in our Library team, we have an opportunity for a qualified Librarian to join our Information Librarians team in a permanent full-time capacity (35 hours per week).

The Information Librarian works within the Community Arts, Culture and Library Services Department at both Springvale and Dandenong Library sites.

The role’s key responsibilities include providing effective and efficient library and information services to all Library users and our diverse community. Additional responsibilities include supervising front of house Library Services team to provide a responsive and flexible service, support and deliver high-quality library programs to promote learning, literacy, reading and social inclusion, and support collection maintenance and development activities.

Regular evening and weekend shifts are compulsory.

About you

The successful applicant will have demonstrated knowledge of information service provision to people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, experience in staff supervision in a library environment, experience in conducting staff and/or public training programs, be a committed, considerate, and pro-active team member, and have a passion for supporting and engaging with the community. Excellent IT skills are also an advantage.

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.

Information Librarian Position Description - 510.7KB

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

You may be required to undertake work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

Further Information: Robyn Smith, (03) 8571 5419, 1300 630 920

Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday, 1st November 2023

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Library Coordinator

Closing Date: 24th November, 2023

Location: Nhulunbuy

Pay: Level 5, Step 1 - $40.38 gross per hour (plus locality allowance and super)

Employment Type:: Full Time Permanent

About the role

To coordinate the day-to-day operations of public and school library and information services at Nhulunbuy Community Library to ensure the delivery of effective library services for the community in partnership with Nhulunbuy High School.

Relocation Assistance and Housing are not available with this role. Access to own housing in Nhulunbuy or its surrounds is a must for the successful candidate.

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

To apply, hit the Apply Now button - Applicants who do not address the key selection criteria as stated in the Position Description may not be considered.

For further information please contact our Regional Manager Children and Library Services, Kara Cunningham on 0429 362 851 or kara.cunningham@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au

All employment with the EARC is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the inherent requirements to their position.

Position Description | Special Measure | Information for Applicants 

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East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer