City of Sydney

Library Assistant

Sydney CBD

LIBRARIES & LEARNING/Creative City/CITY LIFE

Full Time/Permanent

$71,554.00 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The City of Sydney Library provides a space for our vibrant communities to grow, learn connect and create. The nine branches offer a key front-line service in the community for local residents, students, visitors, tourists and workers.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, customer focussed and motivated Library Assistant to join the City of Sydney’s Library Events, Activities and Partnerships team.

This is a targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.  The City of Sydney Council currently holds an exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 in relation to its targeted recruiting programs.

As part of this dynamic team you will be responsible for:
•    the effective development and delivery of core children’s programs across the library network, including early literacy.
•    creating an exceptional customer experience
•    contributing to the development of the Children and Young Adult services team capabilities
•    Supporting daily branch operations
 
The successful candidate will have experience in:
•    Providing high quality customer service
•    Excellent digital literacy
•    Effective communication skills
 
Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake weekend work, and work across any of the nine City branches as required.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Tuesday 08 April 2025.

For more information, contact Natasha Aldrich, Team Leader - Events, Activities and Partnerships on 0477 351 313. 

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingProfessional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.