Library Assistant – Children & Youth Services
Community & Cultural
LGO Level 2 - $60,364 
Permanent Full-Time (Tuesday – Saturday)
Hervey Bay

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our vision to Build Better Communities.

What we are looking for:

Do you have a passion for working with children and young adults?  Do you want to use your experience to assist with the children and youth activities at Fraser Coast Libraries, including holiday activities and early literacy programs?

The successful applicant will have highly developed communication skills, with the ability to relate well to all age groups. We are looking for a confident team player who can demonstrate knowledge of contemporary library programs and services and experience working with early childhood children (birth to 5 years) and youth. 

The role will see you assist in the provision of circulation services and branch activity to ensure that the overall objectives within the Fraser Coast Libraries are met. The position is also responsible for assisting in the organisation, direction and promotion of Children and Youth Services and basic cataloguing.

Please visit the Fraser Coast Regional Council website for a full position description.

What you should have to apply:

• Current Working with Children Card (Blue Card)
• Experience in early childhood (birth to 5 years) and/or primary school settings
• Queensland Class “C” drivers’ licence

What’s nice to have:

• Demonstrated current experience in a public library environment
• Experience in community engagement and partnership building

What our Council can offer you:

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements,
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• Study assistance program
• Reward and recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vaccinations
• Paid Emergency Services leave

Applications close:

11pm Wednesday 19 August 2020.

For further details please contact Karlene Crack, Children & Youth Services Librarian on 07 4197 4230 during business hours only.

Some information about our Council:

Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.

Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.

Some information about our Region:

If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!

Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.

From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.

Before starting your application:

Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format.  PDF format is preferred.

Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.