Sutherland Shire Council

Library Assistant

• Engage with the community through the promotion of library services and programs.
• Support the delivery of efficient library operations, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Assist in training new staff and mentoring peers in library practices.
• Utilise technology and emerging resources to enhance user experience.

Position Overview

The Library Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality library services. This position involves assisting customers with their inquiries, managing library resources, and contributing to the overall functionality of library operations across various branches.

The successful candidate will work closely with supervising staff, ensuring continuity of services, and engaging with patrons to promote library programs and initiatives.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who will demonstrate a passion for public libraries and possess strong customer service skills. A proactive attitude towards learning and collaboration is essential.

• Be prepared to undertake, currently undertaking or have completed study towards a Library & Information qualification or equivalent.
• Working With Children Check number.
• Experience in customer service, particularly in a public-facing role.
• Familiarity with digital tools and emerging technologies relevant to library services.
• Ability to conduct engaging activities for children and assist in program delivery.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 6th March 2025.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on Thursday 13th March and Friday 14th March 2025.
• Package: $59,723 - $63,303 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Multiple opportunities exist. Temporary and permanent, part-time and full-time. Applicants must be available to work a range of shifts across a 7 day spread, between the hours of 8:00am - 9:00pm to support the operational requirements of the libraries. 
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Deborah Hill, Coordinator Library Experience, DHill@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, jjohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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