Library Branch Supervisor

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We are looking for a Library Branch Supervisor to lead our vibrant City Library. Council is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced library professional to lead the team at our vibrant City Library located in the heart of Shellharbour.

This exciting role will support our dynamic and innovative staff in providing a welcoming library experience and promote all that our libraries have to offer. You will manage the daily operations of City Library and work collaboratively within the Libraries & Museum team to deliver inspiring programs and leading-edge libraries for our community and customers.

• Lead and manage daily operations of City Library and supervise staff.
• Collaborate with the Libraries & Museum team to deliver programs and services.
• Support staff in providing a welcoming library experience and promote library offerings.

• A Library Diploma or equivalent qualification, demonstrating a solid foundation in library and information services.
• Customer-centric experience with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills in written and verbal form, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse audiences.
• Experience in the delivery of library services.
• Advanced digital literacy across devices, platforms, apps and software; able to guide customers in navigating technology.
• Team Leadership experience supervising, mentoring and developing staff.

Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It is an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.

We are committed to financial sustainability, an excellent organisational culture, and employing staff who embrace our core values.

• Permanent full time 35 hours per week with access to flexitime
• 7-day roster including evening and weekend shifts
• Commencing salary range from $70,725 - $73,583 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Great culture with a values-led and progressive team
• Employee benefits programs including Novated lease options, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, EAP, Provident Fund, weekly pay, and more
• Access to local government benefits such as long service leave after five years, sick leave, and health and wellbeing leave

Please Note:

• This position requires a current Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (WWC) Act 2012 for Paid workers

For further information about the position, click here for the position description.

Contact: Lisa Zanetti, Team Leader Library Experience on 0439 971 892.

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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Our values: Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability.

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