Library Team Member - Part- Time
Library Team Member - Part- Time
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$ 33 - 38
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Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of 240000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communitys vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome belong and succeed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Libraries team operate eight (8) locations across the Cumberland LGA and assist customers and members of the public with locating materials answering questions and providing guidance on research strategies.
The team also hold a wide variety of events across these locations ranging from educational and cultural programs to social and community-building activities.
The Library Team Member is responsible for carrying out customer service duties efficiently and professionally and to provide high quality customer service to both internal and external library customers. This role also has the opportunity to participate in the delivery of programs and activities including childrens story time adult classes and events. You will assist customers to access library resources basic troubleshooting for technology systems and resolving queries.
The successful applicant will require:
- Experience in a library or similar customer service environment
- Well developed literacy numeracy and oral communication Skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team
- Experience in using computers and the internet in a professional environment
- Working With Children Check number.
Download the position description here for more information.
About this role:
- 1x term contract (up to 12 months) part-time position
- Working 20 hours per fortnight on the following roster:
- Tuesday - 11:00am - 2:30pm
- Wednesday - 11:00am - 2:30pm
- Saturday - 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Predominately located at Lidcombe and Granville Library however may be required to work across any of Councils work locations
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 6 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $33.67 to $38.72 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated taking into consideration the successful applicants qualifications skills and experience related to the role
What youll need to have for this role:
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Councils Health Monitoring Procedure as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Councils COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave15 dayspersonal leave per year parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning paid leave to undertake annual skin checks COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Councils Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT US
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
ENQUIRIES
ContactSalina Khao Senior Coordinator Library Servicesonor for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm Wednesday 18 June 2025
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. Youll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
Employment Type
Full-Time
