Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered.

Selection criteria must be addressed as part of the application. The selection criteria can be found in the Position Description which is located on our website.

Housing and relocation assistant are not available with this role.

About us:

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities.

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit the ‘Employment’ page on our website here: https://www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/

About the role:

The Library Program Assistant will primarily contribute to the day-to-day operations of East Arnhem Regional Council’s library offerings in the region. The role will periodically travel to the East Arnhem communities to deliver mainstream library programs and services, and to assist and train Library & Cultural Heritage Workers. The Library Program Assistant will also occasionally work in the Nhulunbuy Library on a rostered basis.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

Demonstrated experience and understanding of a client service environment.

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, including technical instructions.

Capacity to learn new skills, including the use of library equipment and technology.

Availability to work rostered shifts, including weekends.

An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures with understanding of EEO principles and WH&S practices.

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

Other relevant or related qualifications.

Previous experience living and/or working in remote Australian First Nations’ communities.

Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a multi-cultural workplace.

Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.vThe preferred applicant must be prepared to travel and work for short periods in remote communities by various means including boat and light aircraft.

All employment with the EARC is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the inherent requirements to their position.

A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website.

What you'll get in return:

Part Time Permanent employment.

Level 3 - Salary $65,507 - $71,582 (excluding super and locality allowance) with annual wage increase opportunities built into our EBA.

You will also benefit from annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.

Housing and Relocation Assistance is not available with this position.

Applications Close: 30th April 2025

For further information please contact our Administration Support Officer - Community Services - Community Services, via email to [email protected].

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting [email protected].

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.