Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

The role

We are seeking a motivated individual to develop, deliver, and promote a variety of programs and events that cater to the informational and recreational needs of our community. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact through engaging initiatives that bring people together.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Develop new and innovative programs that meet the needs of the community.
• Coordinate and deliver programs and events at Bankstown Library and across Council's branch libraries.
• Identify and develop partnerships for programs and events with Council departments, community organisations, businesses, non-government, and government agencies.
• Contribute to the promotion of programs and events through in-house publications, Council's websites, and other promotional opportunities. Liaise with Council's Corporate Communications Unit.
• Participate in the regular process of review, evaluation and reporting of all programs, events and marketing outcomes.
• Provide customer focussed and professional service and help maintain a positive Library environment.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have

• Eligible for membership of Australian Library and Information Association or qualifications and experience relevant to the duties stated.
• Working with Children Check
• Experience in the development, delivery and promotion of innovative library (or similar) programs and events, providing quality learning opportunities and recreational experiences.
• Proven ability to identify, evaluate and implement new programs and events.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to delivering quality customer service.
• Demonstrated high level communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal), including high level English skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Experience in delivering programs and activities.
• Involvement in reviewing policies and procedures
• Proficient in MS Office applications and online database management

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $71,820 (Grade D, Step1) + 12 % super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribution to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Sarah Hajjar (Team Leader Library Programs) at [email protected]

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the essential qualifications and experience within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 28 October 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

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

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.