Library Officer Merriwa & Cassilis
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LibraryOfficer
Merriwa &Cassilis
Permanent Part-Time (25 hours per week)
Love connecting people creatingmemorable experiences and making a real difference in your community Join ourteam as Library Officer in Merriwa & Cassilis and help shape our librariesinto welcoming hubs where people of all ages can learn discover create andconnect. Every day brings something different from helping someone find theperfect book or access digital resources to hosting childrens story timesbook clubs and community events that bring people together.
If youre energetic creative andenjoy building genuine connections this is your opportunity to inspirecuriosity encourage lifelong learning and make a lasting impact across theUpper Hunter Shire.
Whats on offer:
- A salary range from $1221.80 to $1368.40 per 35 hour week (based on relevant skills and experience) 12% superannuation
- Annual Leave entitlements
- Generous uniform allowance
- Access to Long Service Leave after five years
- Training and upskilling opportunities
- Salary sacrifice options
- Secure permanent employment with Council and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within your local community
What we need from you:
Were looking forsomeone who is passionate about customer service and creating welcominginclusive spaces for the community.
Our ideal candidatewill:
- Hold a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services (or a related field) and have experience in a library or similar role.
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoy delivering engaging childrens activities book clubs and community events.
- Be confident working both independently and as part of a team.
- Hold a current Working with Children Check and an unrestricted drivers licence.
Experience using aLibrary Management System such as Aurora and promoting library services andactivities will be highly regarded.
Aboutus:
Council is a progressiveand caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliverquality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference andadd value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by thevalues of the organisation and staff which are honest open and accountablehaving mutual respect for all people and cultures ensuring we deliver on ourcommitments providing efficient effective and reliable services to ensurestaff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.
Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter our shireencompasses the townships of Merriwa Murrurundi Aberdeen and Scone. All greatplaces to live and work come and see for yourself!
JobDescription:
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Closing Date:Tuesday 15 September 2026
Enquiriesand Further Information:Give KristyTalty Library Coordinator a call onor e-mail to discuss this opportunity.
How toApply:
We encourage all applicantsto apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date byclicking Apply for this job or through Councils website - .
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and valuediversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicantsincluding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilityLGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will providereasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout therecruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments to the application recruitment selection and/or assessmentprocess please advise via or 02 to discuss.
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