Casual Librarian - All Branches

Company Description

Join one of Western Australia's largest and most community focused local governments and help to make a difference in our library services by supporting and facilitating opportunities for literacy, lifelong learning and community development.

Job Description

Location: City of Stirling Libraries
Type: Casual 
Salary: $58.53 - $61.61 per hour inc 25% Casual Loading + super (depending on experience)

We are seeking Librarians who will participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative community development and engagement based activities and programs within libraries and community hubs targeted to local community need. 

You will also be responsible for providing support to Branch Librarians in the overall administration of the library as well as developing and delivering reference, information and other programs and services to the public as part of the cultural, educational and informational functions of the library.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead daily branch library operations
• Support and coach Library Officers
• Deliver literacy and outreach programs
• Coordinate engaging library events
• Provide reference and information services
• Support customers with technology needs
• Develop community partnerships and collaborations
• Contribute to collection development decisions

Please click here for the position description.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring
We're looking for a customer-focused library professional who is passionate about community learning and delivering exceptional library services. You'll ideally bring:

• Library and Information Science qualification
• ALIA Associate Membership eligibility
• Strong customer service focus
• Advanced digital literacy skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Experience delivering innovative community programs

Additional Information

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Flexible hours and free parking
• Convenient location near Stirling Station, Karrinyup Shopping Centre, cafés, and medical services
• Subsidised onsite canteen and kitchen facilities for easy access to meals and refreshments
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion events and a commitment to reconciliation.

https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/city-and-council/careers

Ready to Make a Real Impact?
If you’re ready to contribute to a safer, healthier workplace and join a team that values your expertise, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of our community.

Additional Information

Recruitment for this position is required as additional Librarian staff are required for the Library Service Casual Relief Pool.
Questions? Reach out to Craig Bezant on (08) 9205 8050
Applications close: Monday 31st August at 23.59 (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait!)

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.