Part time (38 hours per fortnight)

Maximum term contract effective 16 June 2025 to 19 December 2025

Generous superannuation (up to 16.5%, conditions apply)

Free parking onsite

Access to health fund corporate discount

Health and Wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments, seasonal fitness and wellness sessions)

Access to on-site gym facility (at the Civic Centre)

Hourly rate: $46.25 to $48.87 per year plus super

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

The Leisure and Culture Branch is seeking a dedicated professional to ensure the effective organisation, maintenance and accessibility of the City of Gosnells library collection – both digital and physical. This role is central to enabling seamless customer access to a diverse range of resources, enhancing discoverability through innovative cataloguing and metadata practices.

The position also plays a key role in the City’s transition from MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloguing) to BIBFRAME (Bibliographic Framework) and involves close collaboration with the Library Management System (LMS) provider and the City’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) team to support system maintenance, data accuracy and integration.

Experience using BIBFRAME and other emerging technologies to optimise resource access will be highly regarded.

What we are looking for

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

Sound experience and knowledge in the management of digital and physical items content, including metadata standards

Knowledge of BIBFRAME

Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Effective problem-solving skills

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Essential requirements

Qualification in Library and Information Management or equivalent

Driver’s licence

National Police Clearance (no more than three months old). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition

In return we can offer you

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government.

For more information or to apply visit the City’s website.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362.

Applications close at 4 pm on Thursday 22 May 2025.

The City reserves the right to conduct interviews before the closing date.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.