Programs & Engagement Senior Librarian
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Job Location:
Hervey Bay - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Programs & Engagement Senior Librarian
Community and Culture
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay
Stream A Level 6 - $100017 plus superannuation
- 4% increase to salary from 20 April ($104018 per EB Agreement)
- $6000 relocation assistance for suitable candidates
- 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
About the Role:
Bring your creativity community spirit and leadership to a region that values connection learning and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. As our Programs & Engagement Senior Librarian youll shape library experiences that reflect the unique character of the Fraser Coast from vibrant outreach in our townships to programs that celebrate local stories culture and curiosity.
Youll lead a small passionate team to design and deliver inclusive programs build strong community partnerships support volunteers and grow participation across our multibranch library network. Your work will help our community discover learn and feel at home in their libraries.
What your day will look like:
- Leading engaging programs and outreach tailored to local needs
- Building partnerships and supporting Friends of the Library volunteers
- Creating program calendars displays and online content
- Training staff and volunteers in safe highquality delivery
- Managing budgets grants and reporting for Programs & Engagement
- Contributing to strategic planning and communityfocused projects
Please click here to view a full position description.
What youll need for success:
- Demonstrated ability to manage community programs and a strong understanding of public library practices in a regional context including effective media and promotion.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including highquality reporting correspondence and procedural documentation.
- Ability to plan organise and analyse program and project viability and effectiveness.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively support change solve problems and negotiate in a team environment.
- Ability to provide guidance training and support to staff and volunteers in program delivery and engagement activities.
Whats nice to have:
- Experience in a public library multi-branch environment.
- Experience in community liaison managing volunteers and public relations.
- Experience with GLAM programs and initiatives.
- Prior involvement in grant management and reporting.
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture recognising your individual skills knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Thursday 16 April -subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Chris Bell (Lead Programs Librarian) - .
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
