Library Assistant

3 days ago

Sutherland Shire, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Library Assistant - Home Library role for Sutherland Shire, NSW. We are looking for both part-time and full-time Library Assistants to join our Home Library service team. You'll help connect people who cannot visit the library—such as aged care residents and housebound individuals—with books, resources and technology to support lifelong learning and enjoyment. Your work reflects our values of collaboration, respect and continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Select and deliver library materials and resources to aged care facilities and individual customers at home.
  • Assist customers, carers and family members with requests, including use of library technologies.
  • Support the promotion of the Home Library service within the community.
  • Maintain and help manage the Home Library collection.
  • Provide excellent customer service across library branches as needed.
  • Work collaboratively within a team and across multiple library locations.
What You'll Need To Succeed
  • A willingness to work towards (or completion of) a Library & Information qualification or equivalent
  • Current Driver's Licence (Class C) and a clear Service NSW Driving History record
  • Working with Children Check number
  • Provide First Aid or willingness to complete within 3 months of employment
  • A strong commitment to inclusive customer service, especially for seniors and people with disabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
Join Our Team

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council.

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why you are a great fit
  • Application deadline: 11.59pm Wednesday 17th September 2025
  • Interview date: Monday 22nd September 2025
  • Package: $61,515 - $65,203 (full-time equivalent) gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation
  • Hours: Full Time 35 hours/week (with flex system option for a 19-day month). Part Time 25 hours/week. Availability across a 7-day shift pattern, 8:00am–9:00pm
  • Benefits: fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing program, novated lease options
Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Other
  • Industries: Government Administration
Contacts

For job-specific enquiries: Kelly Wilson, Coordinator Library Engagement, KWilson@ssc.nsw.gov.au

Recruitment enquiries: Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au

Position Description

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