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LGO Level 2 - $37.34 per hour + 25% casual loading = $46.68

Fraser Coast Region

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

Do you have an understanding of library requirements, computer literacy and customer service skills? We are looking for someone with good communication skills, ability to work in a team with excellent work ethic and flexible approach to working hours.

As a Library Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering top-notch, customer-focused library services to our patrons at the Hervey Bay and Maryborough locations. There may also be times where you will get to work from our Tiaro, Howard and Burrum Heads locations.

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What your day will look like:

• Perform a range of circulation duties at FCRC Library branches such as membership registration, issues, returns, reservation processes, shelving and collection cataloguing, processing and maintenance
• Assist library customers with enquiries and requests
• Provide assistance to customers in library orientation, services and use of library equipment including the catalogue, e-library, kiosks and other library technology
• Work collaboratively with other Library Assistants and work experience participants
• Contribute to the promotion of library programs and activities
• Rostered at other branches as required, including branch runs
• Respond to any requests for information and assistance or direct appropriately.
• Participate in Library meetings and contribute to discussions, procedural improvements and planning activities.

What you should have to apply

• Current Working with Children Blue Card or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• Highly developed communication skills
• Understanding of daily requirements of a public library or related service organisation
• Physical capabilities

What's nice to have:

• Current First Aid Certificate
• Certificate III in Library and Information Studies, or equivalent, or willingness to obtain

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 see our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• 17.5% leave loading
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Friday 06 January 2025.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

Also, to assist in shortlisting, please record a video no longer than 3 minutes and no larger than 32MB, answering the below questions

• What motivated you to apply for this position?
• What excites you about this role and why?

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For further details please contact Erin Davey, Hervey Bay & Client Services Librarian at

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