Brimbank Libraries - Library Team Leader & Portfolio Lead

• Band 7 ($103,991.11 - $115,696.78)
• Parental Leave – 12 months
• Full time 35 hours per week, 9 day fortnight

The City of Brimbank is located in the western and north-western suburbs of Melbourne, between 11 and 23 kilometres west and north-west of the Melbourne CBD. Brimbank is culturally diverse and currently experiencing currently experiencing strong residential, industrial and commercial development.

About Brimbank Libraries

Brimbank Libraries provide inclusive, accessible and welcoming spaces for people to learn, create, socialise, and share ideas and resources.

We are a dynamic public library service with over two million visits each year. The libraries are based at Sunshine, St Albans, Deer Park, Sydenham and Keilor.

Our library website receives over one million visits per year.

Brimbank Libraries offer a range of services and programs to the community to support lifelong learning, literacy and community development.

Are you ready to be part of our dynamic and responsive team contributing to the ongoing vision of Brimbank Libraries?

About the role

This position is a 12-month parental leave cover; however, the duration may be subject to EA parental parameters.

Bring your passion for leadership and libraries and be part of the progressive team at Brimbank to provide residents, workers and visitors with access to relevant and engaging services, programs, collections and technology.

This position is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional with strong leadership, promotions and strategic thinking skills, with a collaborative and inclusive approach.

The Library Team Leader and Portfolio Lead provides strategic input into the management and development of branch service delivery goals and is responsible for the effective day to day management of branch operations including staff, the library building, resources, collections and services.

The position is responsible for leading the Promotions and Online Library portfolio which includes overseeing Promotions activities across the Brimbank municipality and building positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

As a member of the Library Leadership Team, this position works with other senior staff to reducing barriers to accessing library services, increasing learning and employment opportunities to allow community members to thrive.

Hours worked will be allocated across the service and includes weekend and evening work.

About You

To succeed in this position, you will have a community first approach with:

• A tertiary qualification acceptable for professional membership (librarian) of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), together with extensive experience in leadership
• A strong knowledge of contemporary library service delivery and proven experience and high level analytical and conceptual capability
• Highly developed project management skills, with demonstrated ability to plan, implement, manage and deliver improvement in processes, procedures and policies;
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team in an environment of continuous improvement
• Demonstrated understanding of reader development principles, and proven ability to work strategically to meet and exceed the expectations of library customers
• Demonstrated understanding of promotions and marketing principles in relation to library services.
• Demonstrated understanding of working within the boundaries of a Local Government style guide with excellent attention to detail
• Proven communication skills with the ability to influence others and manage conflict

Benefits of working at Brimbank include:

• 35 hour working week
• 16 days of personal leave per year (FTE)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave (FTE)
• 3 weeks partner leave
• Make a positive impact to your local community

To view a full list of employee benefits, please view Council's Employee Value Proposition

Experience working within Local Government is preferred but not mandatory. Opportunity for secondment will also be considered.

A Position Description for this role is attached. To apply, you must attach your Resume, Cover Letter and your response to the Key Selection Criteria found in the position description. We look forward to receiving your application. Please note applications will close at 11:45pm on the date as listed.

For your queries regarding the role or job application please contact Danielle Marie Learning and Partnership Coordinator on 9249 4171 or Pam Giumarra Library Unit Manager on 9249 4170

Brimbank City Council embraces our diverse community and work environment and encourages applications from everyone, including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Brimbank City Council Enterprise Agreement 9, EA9 2022

To be eligible for employment at Brimbank City Council you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or be legally entitled to work in Australia.