Children’s Services Officer – Belgrave Library
Located at: Belgrave Library
Classification: Band 4 (dependent on skills and experience), $75,150 – $81,650 pro rata plus 12% superannuation
- Permanent
- Part Time
- 29.75 hours average per week plus 1 in 3 Saturdays
- Days: Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri
Do you love inspiring children and families to discover the joy of reading and learning? Join Your Library as a Children’s Services Officer and help foster lifelong literacy and creativity in our community.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
- Deliver vibrant and interactive storytime sessions featuring reading, rhyme, music, and movement.
- Plan and support outreach events, festivals, and STEAM-based programs that spark curiosity and creativity.
- Curate and promote children’s collections that reflect the diversity and interests of our communities.
- Build strong partnerships with families, schools, and local organisations to support early literacy.
- Provide exceptional customer service in a welcoming, self-service library environment.
- Act as Officer-in-Charge when required, ensuring smooth branch operations and a safe space for all.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact by creating engaging programs and services that inspire a love of reading and learning in children and their families.
About You
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Passionate about early literacy and inspiring children to learn.
- Skilled in program delivery and comfortable engaging with groups of all ages.
- Creative, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Confident using technology and supporting others to do the same.
- Committed to Your Library’s values of equity, inclusion, and innovation.
Why Join Us?
Your Library is a not‑for‑profit organisation serving more than 435,000 residents across three outer eastern metropolitan councils. At Your Library, you’ll join a passionate team committed to enriching the lives of our community through literacy, learning and connection. We offer a supportive workplace, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to review the Position Description before applying.
Please submit:
- A current resume.
- A response to the Key Selection Criteria
- A video of you reading a children’s picture book aloud, as if you are reading to a group of children and parents/caregivers at a Storytime
Your Library reserves its right not to interview applicants that have not satisfactorily meet the application criteria.
Applications will only be accepted via jobs@yourlibrary.vic.gov.au. Hard copy applications will not be considered.
Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 25th October.
Further enquiries:
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact:
- Emma Jahn (Regional Manager) - (03) 9800 6440
- Emma Wallis (Manager Children’s Services) – (03) 9800 6428
Get to Know Your Library Before You Apply
Public libraries are vibrant spaces that serve diverse communities, and each branch has its own unique character and atmosphere. If you’re not familiar with what we do at Your Library, we encourage you to visit one of our libraries and experience it firsthand, before submitting your application.
Take some time to:
- Explore the space and observe how the community interacts with it
- Notice the services and programs people are using
- Get a sense of the welcoming environment we create
You don’t need to introduce yourself to the team—just immerse yourself and see how our libraries connect with the community.
It’s a great way to understand the impact we have and the role you could play.
Our Recruitment Process
What We’re Looking For
At Your Library Ltd, we’re looking for people who share our passion for literacy, learning, and community wellbeing. We value:
- Innovation and adaptability – embracing new ideas and technology to improve services.
- Collaboration and inclusivity – working together to create welcoming spaces for all.
- Customer focus – delivering exceptional experiences for our diverse communities.
- Integrity and professionalism – upholding our values in everything we do.
If you’re committed to making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic, community-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Process and Submitting Your Application
Applying for a role at Your Library Ltd is simple and straightforward.
Each role has a position description that outlines the skills you will need to succeed in the role and the experience you will need to bring. You can download the position description from the job listing.
To apply:
Please email jobs@yourlibrary.vic.gov.au including your resume and a brief cover letter to why you’d like to join our team.
Cover Letter:
- should clearly demonstrate clear connections between your qualifications, experience, skills and knowledge against the key selection criteria. Your cover letter should be no longer than two pages and outline your reasons for applying for the position.
Resume:
- should clearly detail your work history, qualifications and include contact details of at least two professional referees within the last five years.
Your application should reflect an awareness of Your Library’s vision, purpose and values.
Your Library reserves its right to exclude from interview applicants if they do not satisfactorily meet the Key Selection Criteria. Late applications will not be accepted.