• Ongoing Full Time
  
• $90,671 - $98,375 +Superannuation

Whitehorse Manningham Libraries is one of the most actively used public library services in Victoria. Our services are available to the whole community through eight physical locations, Outreach, Home Library Services and the library website. The Doncaster Library is a modern facility and is co-located in the Manningham MC Square building. It is a particularly exciting time to be a leader at this location as new opening hours will be trialed from August until December 2021 to better meet the community’s needs. An exciting program of free lifestyle activities will be on offer to support community wellbeing during the COVID recovery.

About the Role

Whitehorse Manningham Libraries invite applications from qualified librarians who are committed to providing an excellent customer service environment. As part of the Branch Management Team, you will play a significant role in the operational and strategic direction of the library service.

The successful applicant will:

• Have the ability to manage a large and busy branch library
• Engage with a diverse community and stakeholders
• Be committed to the delivery of information services
• Have the ability to manage and plan library events and programs; both in person and virtually
• Have strong people management and influencing skills
• Enjoy leading a team
• Have the ability to provide strategic advice in the development of outreach services
• Have strong communication skills
• Have recognised tertiary qualifications conferring eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association

The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and the capacity to engage with a diverse range of community groups and volunteers. This position is an excellent opportunity for a librarian passionate about developing innovative public library services.

The successful applicant must hold or be willing to acquire a Working with Children Check card and must be willing to undergo a National Police Record Check. Previous public library experience in a leadership role would be an advantage.

While this position is vacant at the Doncaster Library, all applicants should be aware that it is a condition of employment that all employees can be required to work at any of the eight Whitehorse Manningham Libraries branches. Rostered weekend work and evening shifts will be required.

All applicants are required to read the position description and candidate information pack prior to submitting an application. For instructions on how to apply and a copy of the position description click on the links available on this page.

All applications must include a cover letter, resume and a response to the Key Selection Criteria. To apply click Apply Now.

For further information contact Jonathan Gosden on 9896 4333.