Permanent, Part Time (0.75 FTE-57 hours a fortnight)

About us

At the City of Bayswater, we believe that great communities are built by people who care. That’s why we’re guided by strong values, shared purpose, and a real passion for creating meaningful change. We prioritise sustainability, community wellbeing, and welcoming places where everyone can thrive. As an employer, we’re committed to a culture that values inclusion, balance, and personal growth. Whether you're starting your journey or building on experience, we offer the chance to develop your skills, contribute meaningfully to the community, and help shape the future of a vibrant and evolving community.

About the position

This newly created part-time role (0.75 FTE / 57 hours per fortnight) offers a unique opportunity to shape inclusive and impactful programming across the City’s libraries and community centres. Guided by the City’s Strategic Community Plan, the role involves planning and designing a diverse range of programs, workshops and events. The role plays a key part in coordinating program schedules, fostering strong stakeholder partnerships, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience across multiple community sites.

You’ll evaluate program outcomes to ensure they meet community needs and drive continuous improvement. The role also includes researching best practices, seeking grant funding, and working with marketing to promote programs effectively. As a flexible, cross-functional role, experience in libraries or community centres is highly regarded and supports work across multiple service areas.

About the person

The ideal candidate is passionate about creating engaging, community-focused programs and has experience in developing and evaluating programs that respond to diverse community needs. You bring a strong understanding of trends in library and community services, and work well in collaborative, team-based environments. You communicate clearly, build strong stakeholder relationships, and demonstrate adaptability, inclusiveness, and a commitment to delivering high-quality programs that make a meaningful community impact.

Essential qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience (minimum two years)
• Working with Children Check
• Current driver’s licence

Desirable

• Eligibility for Professional Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)

What we offer:

You will love working here because we believe we have great staff who are motivated and passionate about what they do. We get to make a difference in the community which brings great job satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary of $85,751.06 per annum pro rata, plus super, as well as access to City of Bayswater staff benefits including:

• 11.5% superannuation plus matching co-contributions up to 5%
• Additional 2 days leave per year plus Annual Leave loading
• Free aquatic and gym membership
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee health and wellbeing program
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate health insurance discounts
• Diverse and inclusive work environment

Closing Date: 30 June 2025

To view the Position Description and information about working for the City of Bayswater, please download the attachments below.

For any queries about the role, please contact Helen Smith, Manager Community Development on 9272 0637.

The City of Bayswater reserves the right to close this advertisement prior to the closing date. Candidate screening and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date. Applications may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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Applicants should include a current CV and a cover letter describing how you meet the requirements of the role.

JEREMY EDWARDS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The City of Bayswater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we promote a workplace that values and foster the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBQTIA+ community, and young people.