Library Assistant (Multiple positions)

Job No: ZZ1565 Location: Noosaville, Cooroy + Mobile Libraries

Noosa Council is committed to our valued employees and we celebrate diversity, health and well-being, work life balance and career progression. Come and join our supportive and progressive team as we deliver on our vision:

“Noosa Shire – different by nature”

The Opportunity

Noosa Council has an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic customer service, and event superstars to join our libraries team on a casual basis. These roles work front of house providing excellent customer service, supporting users with library services and basic digital literacy needs as well as creating welcoming spaces. These roles will also support events that nurture enrichment, well-being and literacy for adult and young people and family audiences.

We want to hear from you if you have a genuine interest in:

· Customer service

· Working with young people and families including delivering regular rhyme and song sessions for babies, stories for under 5s, and fun school holiday programs for ages 6+

· Delivering workshops in our Makerspaces including working with traditional and emerging technologies (sewing, Cricut Maker 3, 3D printing and laser engraver)

The successful applicants will be rewarded with a meaningful role working with a passionate and supportive team that values wellbeing.

Multiple positions are available. Flexibility to work across a Monday to Sunday roster across Noosa Libraries service points including Noosaville Library, Cooroy Library and Mobile Library is required.

A Blue Card may be required depending on the duties of the role.

Vacancy Details

· Position Status: Casual

· Department: Community Services

· Branch: Arts and Culture

· Location: Noosaville Library, Cooroy Library and Mobile Library

· Advertised: Internal and External

· Position Remuneration: Level 2.1 ($45.57 inclusive of 25% casual loading).

· Closing Date: 11:59pm (AEST) Monday, 21 April 2025

About You

In this role you will:

· Provide a proactive and customer-focused approach to library service delivery, following established procedures and policies under general supervision across Noosa Libraries service points.

· Assist library customers use technology and equipment including computers, photocopiers, wireless internet access, online resources, eBooks, library apps and mobile devices.

· Contribute to planning and delivery of programs and events that respond to the needs of the Noosa community, with a focus on programming for young people and families, or Makerspace workshops.

To thrive in this position, you will:

· Enjoy working in a dynamic customer service environment with a flexible and helpful approach.

· Be community minded, a champion for diversity, inclusion and accessibility, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Be tech-savvy with strong knowledge of how to use a computer/smart devices, printers, and online resources/apps.

· Be passionate about the role Libraries play in providing opportunities for learning, social connection, creativity and innovation.

· Hold or be able to obtain a current Working with Children Blue Card.

Further Questions

Please contact Kate Landsey, Branch Services Librarian on (07) 5329 6158 for any further information regarding the position.

Click Apply to be directed to Noosa Council’s recruitment platform where you will be able to view additional details about the role including a position description.