Library Officer – Bexley North

Lead a passionate team of Library Team Members at our Bexley North Library

Join a diverse and family-friendly work environment

Connect people to information, resources, materials and knowledge

Our team

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

The City Life directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life, including family, aged, leisure and cultural services.

About the role

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic Library Officers to lead a team of Library Team Members at our Bexley North Library. If you are looking for the next step in your career and to contribute to the success of our library and community, this is the job for you!

This role is responsible for all duties on the customer service desk and delivery of library programs.

You can also expect to:

Work on rostered desk shifts to deliver library services

Undertake library and resource management to ensure smooth daily operations

Deliver library programs, including early literacy programs, school holiday activities, Home Library Service, adult programs, and technology training to meet community needs and expectations

Create and maintain welcoming spaces for customers

Promote library collections through Readers Advisory, display, and programs and events

Provide accurate and timely information services to the public and other stakeholders to increase awareness and availability of services

Monitor customer behaviour and usage patterns and contribute ideas, observations, and insights to assist with continuous improvement and development of innovative and relevant library services and programs

Provide guidance and support to other library staff, including direct reports, across the library network

About you

We are looking for a someone who has:

TAFE Diploma (AQF) in Library & Information Services or equivalent experience.

Minimum 3 years (part time or full time) experience in working in a library environment.

A current Working with Children Check Number.

Current Driver’s Licence Class C and/or willingness to travel between Bayside Library locations.

Our benefits and culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. The Business Transformation team have a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:

3 extra days off during Christmas each year

15 days sick leave each year

2 days health and wellbeing days each year

Generous parental leave entitlements for both parents

Apply now

Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the position description by clicking the paperclip button located in the top right section of this page. Please use MS Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application. If you have any technical issues opening the link, please contact us at [email protected]

Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements and desirable experience of the role.

Deadline: Monday 19 May, 2025

Salary: $76,277.037 - $85,430.69 + 11.5% Super

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.