Library Assistant

Library Assistant

Permanent, Part – Time Position, 42 hours per fortnight

Salary Range: $55,394.08 - $64,377.18 per annum on pro rata basis + super (subject to skills and experiences)

About us

Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 266,000. Living on the Northern Beaches means checking surf conditions from the office and taking your children to the beach after school. It’s about busy sportsfields, bush walking and bike trails on the weekend. It’s an active lifestyle with clean waterways, beautiful wildlife and vibrant events backed by great services and infrastructure.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to delivering the highest quality service, valued and trusted by our community.

Role Purpose

Reporting to the Library Manager, the key focus of the Library Assistant is to provide a range of quality customer-focused services and ensure the community is served effectively and efficiently according to library guidelines as a member of the library team. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective service to library customers and staff
• Provide assistance to customers with enquiries and research
• Assist clients to locate library materials
• Assist clients to use library equipment, materials and services
• Assist with maintenance of appearance, safety and security of library and library equipment
• Contribute to collection development
• Liaise with library suppliers as directed, and
• Attend meetings as required.
• Assist and deliver children’s programmes and events as required

Please refer to the Position Description for more information.

There aren’t many employers who offer career and lifestyle in a single package, but Northern Beaches Council does. We offer job opportunities in a range of fields, with a range of lifestyle benefits and a values driven culture. Develop your career with people passionate about making a difference in our community.

How to apply:

• Apply online and upload the following information
• A current Resume
• A covering letter (maximum 2 page) systematically addressing the selection criteria listed within the position description.

For further information, please contact Vicki Smith on 02 9942 2516 during business hours

Application close, Sunday 6 October 2019.