Cultural Experiences Leader

Lead operations and stakeholder relationships to deliver progressive and innovative services and programs that educate and engage our community while combining your passions for creativity, learning and literacy.

• Coordinate positive and engaging library and community experiences
• Support a purpose-driven and passionate team
• Enjoy a flexible, community-focused role with real impact across Lake Macquarie.

We\u2019re excited to offer a permanent opportunity for a driven, passionate individual with a love for literacy, leadership, and hands-on business management. If you\u2019re enthusiastic about fostering community engagement, this role is for you

In this role you\u2019ll oversee the library, facility hire, cultural programming, and community engagement. Your focus will be on managing service points, creating dynamic and inclusive programs, workshops, learning experiences, and creative events, that connect people with literacy, culture, and each other. Leading a small, dedicated team, this is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same. You\u2019ll be responsible for delivering contemporary business plans, driving community engagement, and ensuring our cultural hubs are welcoming, innovative, and well-utilised spaces.

The position is currently based at Cardiff and Speers Point Libraries and requires flexibility to operate across the network of facilities within the Lake Macquarie local government area. The role operates on a flexible roster including regular weekends, based on a roster spanning from Monday through to Sunday; 8.00am to 9.00pm.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable leader who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments. If you enjoy working with diverse teams, engaging with a variety of audiences, and leveraging technology, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Our ideal candidates are passionate about lifelong learning, delivering exceptional customer service, and fostering a strong, supportive team culture. We\u2019re seeking creative thinkers who bring a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and are ready to make a meaningful impact.

To be considered, candidates should meet the following criteria:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Library & Information Studies, Arts Administration, Museum/Heritage Studies, or a similar area.
• Experience in facility management, with library or cultural facility management being highly regarded.
• Proven leadership experience in supervising and developing diverse teams.
• Project management experience is highly desirable.
• A current Working with Children Check.
• A valid Driver\u2019s Licence.

If you\u2019re passionate about making a difference and leading with creativity, we would love to hear from you

• Competitive commencing salary from $86,734 a year plus 12 per cent superannuation
• 35-hour working week on nine-day fortnight
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• Be mentored and work closely with your Regional Leader in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment
• We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
• Free parking within walking distance of work site
• Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That\u2019s why we\u2019re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you\u2019re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We\u2019re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you Get your application in by midnight,Wednesday 17 September 2025
• Interviews will be held on Tuesday 23 September 2025
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Martin Payne, Cultural Experiences Coordinator on 4921 0793 or via email mpayne@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
• If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, 4069 0083 or via email bstevenson@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you\u2019d like feedback on your application or interview, don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch — we\u2019re here for you
• To view the capability Framework Y – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here .
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council\u2019s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.

Lake Macquarie City Council
126-138 Main Road, Speers Point, NSW 2284
Box 1906, Hunter Region Mail Centre, NSW 2310