This is a Special Measures role designated only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals who are eligible to apply, as per section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

• Full-time permanent role (based on 35 hours per week)
• Fortnightly RDO
• Salary: $86k - $97k + Super
• Exciting change agenda and fantastic new team
• Ability to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local Government

About the role

The Adult and Information Services Librarian role is responsible for organising book groups and other reader development programs, local history talks, promoting and acquiring adult collection items, e-resources, and also for identifying and acquiring items for the ganbo marra and Local Studies collections. There is a requirement to supervise staff and work placement students, and an opportunity to provide culturally safe programming for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This role also assists in the maintenance, organisation and preservation of materials relating to the history of the local community.

Skills and experience require to perform the role

• Teamwork, supervisory and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems using creativity and originality when required, and to defuse potential conflict.
• Ability to contribute to and deliver projects and programs, including developing, planning, implementing, and reviewing, within agreed timeframes.
• Ability to consistently lead, motivate and coach staff and to gain the cooperation and support of team members to achieve team goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated experience in organising community-based programs and services to targeted groups.
• Demonstrated experience in information provision and collection management.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
• Demonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements and how this applies in the library setting.
• A current Working with Children Check.

What the role can offer

• Fortnightly RDO
• Extensive opportunities for training & career development
• Salary sacrifice options
• A real sense of work-life balance & flexible work options
• Employer-supported study assistance schemes
• Wellness programs

Further support offered for our staff

• Up to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leave
• Purchase leave
• Ceremonial leave
• Gender affirmation leave
• Family violence leave

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

A position description is attached.