Permanent fulltime opportunity

Class 5 - $99,022 to $111,457 (Dependant on skills and experience) + plus 11.5% Super

Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.

We are the City of Melbourne, a city of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational. Together we Make the Difference #teammelbourne

How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne

The City of Melbourne is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Children’s Services Library Team Leader to help shape the future of its libraries and support the learning and development of children, young people, and families across the community.

Positioned within the Community and City Services Division, this role sits at the core of a branch committed to inclusivity, creativity, and wellbeing.

The Libraries, Recreation and Waterways Branch provides welcoming spaces and services that encourage active, connected lifestyles, while fostering creativity and lifelong learning.

The Children’s Services Library Team Leader will lead dynamic teams to create and deliver engaging children’s programs and collections across our library service.

The role involves building effective partnerships with stakeholders, overseeing toy library operations, supporting child safety initiatives, and contributing to strategic planning and leadership within the library service.

This is an exciting opportunity within a progressive and community-focused organisation, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

The position is currently located at Kathleen Syme Library but may work be required to work at any City of Melbourne Library location.

Applications are welcome from experienced and collaborative leaders with a strong background in early literacy, community engagement, and library services.

How to apply

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Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm Sunday March 18 2025

For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits. If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact [email protected]

The City of Melbourne is a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Some positions will require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check. All employees will be subject to a safety screening process including a police check. For information about the broader collection and use of personal information by the City of Melbourne, please refer to our Privacy Policy

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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community