Library Assistant
JOB NO: FCRC2543039 | LOCATION: HERVEY BAY
Library Assistant
Community & Culture
Permanent Full Time
LGO Level 2 $66,405 pa cash component plus superannuation
Maryborough
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program - Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on Linkedin
What we are looking for:
Are you passionate about providing exceptional library services to your community? Do you thrive in a customer-focused environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As a Library Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering top-notch, customer-focused library services to our patrons.
Please click here for a full Position Description
What you should have to apply:
- Working with Children Blue Card
- Highly developed communication skills
- Understanding of the daily requirements of a public library
- Computer literacy
- Customer Service experience
What's nice to have:
- First Aid certificate
- AQF level 3 in Library and Information Studies
What our Council can offer you:
- Learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
- Study assistance program
- Reward and recognition
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Program
- Vaccinations
- Paid emergency service leave
Application requirements:
To be considered applicants must supply:
- Cover letter explaining your suitability for the role
- Resume
- Video recording no longer than 3 minutes and no larger than 32MB, answering the below questions:-
1. What motivated you to apply for this position?
2. What excites you about this role and why?
for hints on how to reduce the size of your video recording please click here. For any technical issues please contact Recruitment on 07 4197 4375.
Applications close:
11pm Thursday 29 February 2024
For further details please contact Kristin Pickering, Programs & Engagement Librarian on 07 4197 4205 during business hours only
Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.
Some information about our Region:
If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!
Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.
Before starting your application:
Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.
Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.