We're currently searching for a skilled and highly motivated Library Team Leader Operations & Services to join our organisation in a full-time capacity.

Position details

· Full Time

· This role allows for flexible working arrangements and as part of the package, Council will also provide relocation assistance to help support a move to the region.

· Job Number: R2613

· Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 24 April 2025

About the Opportunity
This role aims to enhance community engagement and participation by delivering excellent customer service, aligned with the Mildura Rural City Council Library Service priorities and industry best practices. Key responsibilities include coordinating staff across branch libraries, overseeing staff development and training, and developing strategies for library services, including contingency and action plans. Additionally, the role involves ensuring a strong understanding of the library system to improve outcomes.

What you will bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

- Tertiary qualifications in Library and/or Information Service enabling professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.

- Minimum five years’ experience working in a public library.

- Demonstrated ability and experience in the management of budgets, projects, resources, facilities, services and staff within the library sector.

- Experience in the management of services within the public library sector.

- Ability to utilise Technology effectively.

- Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.

- Current Driver’s Licence

- Current Working with Children’s check

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 7 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $104,988.52 to $117,480.48 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)

Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region

Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.

Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees

Learning and Professional Development Opportunities

Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay

Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements

Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships

Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members

Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

· A completed Job Application Form

· A resume

· A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Want to know more?

Visit mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.