Library Officer (Childrens Services)

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Detail information about job Library Officer (Childrens Services). Terms and conditions vacancy

• oin our fun, friendly and dynamic Library Services team!
• Full time roles at Camberwell and Kew Libraries
• $64,460 (plus Super)

• Join our fun, friendly and dynamic Library Services team!
• Full time roles at Camberwell and Kew Libraries
• $64,460 (plus Super)

If a career in libraries is appealing, Boroondara Library Service is looking for two positive and self-motivated individuals with a strong customer focus, to join our team. The team is committed to providing high quality library experiences to the Boroondara community.  The roles available are outlined below. 

• Camberwell Library - full time limited tenure opportunity until 2 May 2019
• Kew Library - full time permanent opportunity

Weekend and evening work is required.

Outside of general library duties, these roles are responsible for:

• preparing for and delivering programs for children and teenagers;
• participating in outreach programs to kindergarten and child care centres; and
• assisting with collection maintenance tasks

This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with people in a busy customer service environment, has exceptional people skills, especially in relation to children, is experienced in delivering children’s programs and is highly organised.  To be considered for this role you will have a relevant post-secondary qualification, library experience, preferably in a public library and demonstrated knowledge of relevant consumer hardware & software.   Familiarity with and/or knowledge of relevant other language(s) and culture(s) plus awareness of the diversity of the community, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also integral to this role.

Want to know more?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application online via our website, by close of business, Sunday 22 July 2018. Applicants should address the selection criteria and inlcude this in their cover letter, this is listed in the position desciption. Applications can be addressed to Kate Brewster, Manager Community Information and Libraries.

For any further information please refer to the position description, or contact Bridie Meehan on 9278 4673.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Additionally, some applicants may also be required to undergo a National Criminal History check and/or medical check as per the requirements of the role.

Who are we?

The City of Boroondara is a metropolitan council, representing more than 170,000 people in the inner-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. A leader in the local government sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence, we believe in providing an environment where our staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. 

We like to challenge the norm and we are investing significantly in innovation and technology improvements in order to provide our customers with an even greater experience and engagement. We are putting our customers at the forefront of what we do with our organisation wide change initiative, the Customer Experience Improvement Strategy (CEIS).

You will be instrumental in driving this change across the organisation using best practice approaches to successfully support us from the now to our desired future state. 

With so much going on it’s a great time to join Boroondara!

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers and promotes equity of access to employment opportunities. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please let me know in advance.