Hornsby Shire Council

Community and Programs Librarian

Temporary Full time - up to 13 months

Salary: $2,893 to $3,243 per fortnight (based on 35 hours per week), plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight

Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.

Plan, promote and deliver library programs and events!

An exciting opportunity exists within our Community Learning and Programs Team for a Librarian Temporary Full Time - up to 13 months maternity cover.

We are seeking to engage an enthusiastic customer-oriented person to plan, promote and deliver library programs and events including author talks, community education seminars and maker space activities.

About us

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.  We are a diverse and inclusive Council and we encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.

About the role

In your role, you will be part of a customer-focused team that supports library and information services to the Hornsby Shire community through the delivery of efficient and effective activities and programs, in addition to the provision of efficient and effective information and circulation services.

The Community and Programs Librarian position has the following major components:

* Planning and effective delivery of inclusive services and programs
* Marketing and promotion of library programs and services
* Customer and Information services
* Maintenance of collection and facilities
* Operational supervision
* Staff and customer training

About you

The Community and Programs Librarian position requires a passionate and enthusiastic individual who actively engages in professional development to keep up to date with trends in library programming relevant to the local community. The ability to manage concurrent tasks, to establish priorities and to work independently on a task to completion is critical to the success of this role, as is the flexibility to adapt to a wide range of duties as required.

In your role you will;

* Be interested in assisting the community
* Be committed to professional development and continuous learning
* Show initiative, think creatively and generate ideas
* Have a flexible and cooperative approach to work

The Community and Programs Librarian is primarily based at Hornsby Library and may be required to work at other library branches. This role will also require evening and weekend work.

An Australian Library and Information Association accredited library and information science qualification at undergraduate or postgraduate level is required for this role, as is a Working With Children Check.

Benefits of working with us

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit www.hornsby.gov.au/careers and click on 'what we offer' to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.

For further information and to apply, please visit www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers

Closing date: 28 January 2025 at 11.30pm