Young People's Librarian

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Gympie Regional Council is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated librarian to join our team as a permanent full-time Young People\'s Librarian. This position is responsible for planning, developing and implementing dynamic and inclusive library services, programs and collections for children (birth through age 12), young people and their families. The role focuses on promoting literacy, education and lifelong learning through engaging programs, reader\'s advisory and community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, delivery and promotion of literacy, reader development and digital programs, collections and services for children and young adults that are responsive to the needs of children, young people and their families.
• Deliver training to library staff in relation to children and young people\'s programs and services.
• Promote young people\'s services, provide outreach programs and liaise with relevant groups to make the library a dynamic part of the community.
• Formulate, establish and review strategies and policies, set goals and project priorities in children\'s and young adults\' areas, and monitor workflows.
• Participate in the Library Leadership Team, contributing to service-wide strategic and operational plans, reports, policy, procedure and process improvement.
• Provide operational support to the library service desk as rostered and undertake related duties in accordance with Policy, Guidelines and Work Instructions.

To be successful in this role, candidates should have

• Degree or postgraduate-level degree in Library and Information Studies, Education or other related discipline.
• Well-developed presentation and facilitation skills; ability to develop and deliver library programs for children and young people, including knowledge of the State Library of Queensland\'s First 5 Forever program.
• Strong library collection management skills and knowledge of children\'s literature and reading development.
• Knowledge of Makerspace and experience in STEAM educational programs.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
• Well-developed management/leadership skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Project implementation/management and report writing skills.
• Demonstrated experience with library budget management.
• Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.
• Training and assessment qualifications.

Position description

For the full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.

Remuneration

Annual salary commencing at $93,611 plus superannuation. Salary details and benefits include a comprehensive package and a range of options.

Closing date

Sunday 28 September 2025 at 11:00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council\'s online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.

What we offer

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: subsidised access to local gyms for you and your family
• Professional development and education assistance
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation up to 13%
• Salary sacrificing and salary packaging options
• Employee assistance program with free confidential counselling for employees and families

Our values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer service focus
• Integrity
• Teamwork and collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values in your previous employment.

Successful applicants may be required to undertake checks such as skills, qualifications, references, medical and national police checks.

How to apply

Keen to apply? Follow the instructions:

1. Review the position description above
2. Complete the application form with an individual email address
3. Click \'APPLY\'
4. Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document with copies of qualifications, licences or tickets
5. Click \'NEXT\' and \'CONFIRM\'

Note It is advisable to prepare responses in advance and keep answers within 300 words per question.

Contact

For information regarding requirements, contact Rachel Lethem, Coordinator Libraries, on 5481 0850 or email rachel.lethem@gympie.qld.gov.au. For assistance lodging your application, contact Sue Rossi, Officer Recruitment on 5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au.

Equal opportunity

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, inviting all suitably qualified applicants, including First Nations People and people from diverse backgrounds, to apply.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Government Administration

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