Young People's Librarian

Overview

A varied and challenging role, which is responsible for the planning, development and delivery of inspiring, engaging and inclusive library services, programs and collections for children, young people and their families.

Remuneration Annual salary commencing at $93,611, plus superannuation. A great range of additional benefits, including health and wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Remuneration

Annual salary commencing at $93,611 plus superannuation.

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.

Role Overview

Gympie Regional Council is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Librarian to join our team as Young People's Librarian on a permanent full-time basis. This position is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of dynamic and inclusive library services, programs and collections that are responsive to the needs of children (birth through age 12), young people and their families. The role focuses on promoting literacy, education and lifelong learning through engaging programs, readers' advisory, and community outreach.

This position will be responsible for:

• 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.
• Ensure the library is a dynamic and integral part of the community by promoting young people's services, providing outreach programs and liaising with relevant groups.
• Formulate, establish and review strategies and policies, set goals and project priorities in children's and young adults' areas, and monitor workflows.
• Actively participate in the Library Leadership Team, providing advice and 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 all related duties in accordance with policy, guidelines and work instructions.

Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, candidates should have:

• Degree or postgraduate-degree in Library and Information Studies, Education or other related discipline.
• Well-developed presentation and facilitation skills, with the 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.
• Well-developed library collection management skills and a strong knowledge of children's literature and reading requirements and the development of literacy skills.
• 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 budgetary management.
• Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.
• Training and assessment qualifications.

Position Description

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

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Rachel Lethem, Coordinator Libraries on 5481 0850 or email rachel.lethem@gympie.qld.gov.au. For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Sue Rossi, Officer Recruitment on 5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au.

What we offer

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Access to professional development and employee education assistance
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• 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 such as these in your previous employment.

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

Keen to apply

Keen to apply? Follow the instructions below:

1. Download and review the position description.
2. Complete the information as requested using an individualised email address.
3. Click "APPLY".
4. Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licenses or tickets as applicable.
5. Click "NEXT" and "CONFIRM".

Before continuing: It is advisable to prepare your responses in a separate document and paste them into the form when prompted. Limit responses to 300 words per question.

Applications close on 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.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

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