Library Technician
Are you passionate about delivering innovative library services and programs?
About the role
Join the City of Canning on a permanent, part-time basis, and deliver outstanding customer service to the Canning community through professional library services.
A snapshot of your new role:
- Contribute to the management of the library’s physical and digital collections, including cataloguing, resource maintenance, acquisition, supplier liaison and management of inter-library loans.
- Provide hands on technical and operational support across library systems and technology - troubleshooting issues, coordinating IT projects and upgrades, liaising with system vendors, and supporting makerspace equipment and digital programs.
- Plan, promote, and deliver engaging programs and services that foster literacy, lifelong learning, and community connection, in line with organisational strategies.
- Collaborate on marketing and communication initiatives that highlight library collections, programs, and digital services to the wider community.
What you will bring to the role:
- A Diploma in Library Technology (ALIA accredited) OR a relevant tertiary qualification, supported by proven skills and experience in library services.
- 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a public library environment.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering children’s programs and activities that inspire literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning.
- Strong digital literacy and technical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot digital applications and use social media and other platforms to promote library services and programs.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
- Valid Working With Children Check.
- Current WA Driver’s Licence.
- Current valid National Police Clearance.
For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.
Why you will love working at the City!
- A Permanent Part-Time role, 121.6 hours over a 4-week period, in a welcoming and thriving council.
- $ 81,774.10 - $87,219.60 per annum pro rata + super
- Guaranteed 4% increase in July 2026
- 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
- We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
- Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
- Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars!
- Free on-site parking.
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
- Genuine commitment to learning and development.
- Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).
Impact the Community in a Big Way
The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.
Canning welcomes you to apply:
To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Sara Severin on sara.severin@canning.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion. The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.
Applications are open until 5.00 pm, Friday 22 May 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early. This recruitment process will be used to fill the above vacancy. A merit pool of suitable applicants may also be established and used to fill similar or related vacancies that arise within the next six months.
The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required.