Share your passion for technology, creativity, community engagement, and lifelong learning by developing engaging library programs at Georges River Council.Georges River Libraries are recruiting for a motivated Library Officer Programs, who demonstrates excellent customer service, attention to detail, and a community-minded approach to programming.As part of our high performing Library Programs team, you will be responsible for planning, developing and promoting programs and events that reflect and enhance the informational, cultural, recreational and educational needs of our diverse local community.Our adult programming extends from innovative creative and STEAM workshops that activate our Digital Media Lab, Sound Booth, digital tools and musical instrument collections, through to community capacity building workshops that increase lifelong literacy, social connection and digital participation.This role is primarily based at Clive James Library, Kogarah, and will involve other locations as required.What We OfferPermanent Full-time - 70 hours per fortnightSalary range: $73,331.53 - $84,965.51 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation (dependent on the skills, qualifications, and relevant experience of the suitable candidate)Flexible start and finish timesPotential for a 9-day fortnight based on operational requirementsAdditional Health and Wellbeing paid leaveFitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your familyEmployee Assistance ProgramSalary Packaging OptionsParental Leave and SupportEmployee Rewards ProgramOngoing Education and ResourcesKey AccountabilitiesUndertake rostered duties at all Georges River Libraries to meet customer expectationsProvide support and instructional training to staff and customers in the use of library software, self-service kiosks, public computers, photocopiers and printersDeliver and promote library and information services that meet the diverse needs and interests of the community encouraging the development of literacy, creativity and lifelong learningPlan, develop, promote and deliver library and information services, programs and events that reflect and enhance the informational, cultural, recreational and educational needs of the local communityMaintain awareness of current trends, issues and new technologies to ensure services and programs remain relevant to the target audienceDeliver targeted community outreach to key priority groups as determined by the Outreach Program promoting library services to the broader communityContribute to the promotion of programs, services and events through in-house publications, the web, and other promotional opportunities; implement the Library's style guide; liaise with Council's Media UnitWhat We Are Looking ForTAFE Diploma qualification in Library and Information Science and/or equivalent library experienceDemonstrated experience in library and information servicesDemonstrated experience in implementing, promoting, delivering effective and relevant library services, programs and events to a diverse community encouraging literacy, creativity, and lifelong learningDemonstrated skills in written and verbal communication including summarising data, preparing reports and providing trainingHigh level customer focused approach to service deliveryDemonstrated ability to work unsupervised and in a team environmentDemonstrated interest and experience in the application of technology for the delivery of high-level library servicesDemonstrated interest and experience in community capacity building while delivering high-level library servicesCertificate IV in trainingWorking with children checkIf you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description, then please submit your application today.Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions; failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Sunday, 5 April 2025 at 11:59 pm AESTOffers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.
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