Children's Programs Librarian

About us

At Penrith City Council were passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life so were here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits including:

• A range of flexible work arrangements
• 18 weeks paid maternity leave
• Health and wellbeing leave
• 15 days personal leave
• Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
• Diverse salary packaging
• Free access to all Ripples venues
• And much much more!

The Penrith City Library Service provides an array of informational educational and recreational resources and services for residents and visitors through three branch libraries a home library service community events and pop-up libraries childrens and adult programming physical and digital collections local history collections and programs and a toy library service. Resident surveys consistently show Penrith City Council libraries to be one of the Citys most popular services.

About the role

In this role you will contribute to the delivery of an effective and efficient library service for the Penrith City Council community. Based at Penrith Central Library and other branch libraries as rostered you will provide high-quality customer service and support library operations. As a team leader you will supervise staff and take responsibility for the development implementation and promotion of programs and services for children and young adults including toy library operations. You will build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance program delivery and community engagement. You will also play a key role in the planning and development of policies and procedures related to the Childrens Team ensuring services align with community needs and Council objectives.

Essential criteria

• Relevant degree qualification with eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) or equivalent
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to serve a broad range of age groups
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging programs for children and young adults that enhance the accessibility and relevance of library services for these groups and the broader community
• Demonstrated strength in administration and project management with a proven track record of handling multiple tasks simultaneously and consistently meeting deadlines
• Strong supervisory skills to manage a team with diverse responsibilities
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in using library systems online databases and digital platforms and electronic resources
• Current class C Driver Licence
• A valid NSW Working with Children Check

Salary: The salary for this position ranges from $92765 - $107380 per annum plus 12% Superannuation and will be negotiated commensurate with the skills qualifications and experience of the preferred applicant.

You will be required to undertake employment checks which may include a Criminal History Check Qualification Check Working with Children Check Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council for review in order to progress through the recruitment process.

Visit to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application please apply online using the link below.

In addition to a cover letter and resume applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.

For further information about the position please contact Samantha McLaren Outreach and Programs Librarian on.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation for more information about this please see our website.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.