Area Librarian (Byron)

We live in a beautiful region and we are rebuilding our organisation to be stronger than ever and more efficient than ever. We aim to be leaders in our fields and ultimately improve services for our community. To do this, we need great people from all walks of life, who see our vision and are passionate about contributing to it.

A unique opportunity for Byron Area Librarian has been made available. This is a permanent role forming part of the Richmond-Tweed Regional Library (RTRL) team helping them to deliver an effective and efficient public library service which is user-friendly, responsive to the community needs and cost-effective within the local government area

You’ll be working in a full time role consisting of a 70 hour fortnight, that will primarily be based within the Byron Area Library facilities.

What we trust you to deliver

Engages and consults by means of well-developed oral and written communication skills, with the capability to influence, listen to others, put forward ideas and encourage the views of others

Establish and maintain a service delivery strategy that is agreed with the Regional Library Manager and reported monthly

Contribute to the design and implementation of highly effective, results-driven service practice.

Build relationships and partner with key stakeholders to achieve desired business results

What you’ll need to be successful

Degree or post graduate qualification in Library and Information Services and eligibility for membership in ALIA

Sound knowledge and understanding of public library trends and challenges

Demonstrated skills and experience in the strategic planning and implementing of library services and programs

Knowledge and commitment to EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles

Please use your resume and responses in your application to demonstrate to us that you can deliver the aspects of the role and that you have what is needed to thrive.

More information

Salary range starts from $1535.10 per week + superannuation

For more details please contact Lucy Kinsley (RTRL Manager), on 0408 489 306.

In accordance with the requirement for ‘Working with Children’ anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working With Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the ‘Clearance to Work with Children’ provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children’s Guardian website.

Applications close on 7th April 2023 4pm

Don’t hesitate to apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume.