Branch Librarian

Fixed term, to 27 June 2025

Part-time, 20 hours per week to be worked Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Job share (days and hours of work are not negotiable)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40KM south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of **R**ecognition, **E**thics, **S**ervice, **P**rofessional Development, **E**mpowerment, **C**ommunication and **T**eamwork - RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

Passionate about delivering outstanding library services to our community, you will manage the day-to-day operations of the Safety Bay Library (SBL), including leadership of a small and dedicated team.

You have proven experience in staff supervision, budget management and a working knowledge of State Library of Western Australia operations and practices. You have a passion for providing excellent customer service and for promoting library services and resources to residents. Underpinning this is your commitment to libraries taking their rightful place as essential community hubs, and your ability to identify potential future services and programs that enhance an inclusive library experience for all residents.

You have experience in a customer focussed environment and are able to communicate effectively with members of the public and staff. You have demonstrated skills in problem solving, time management and are able to demonstrate these skills along with your ability to use initiative.

A degree in Library and Information Management or a related discipline and related experience is essential for this role.
- High level of written and verbal communication skills
- High level of time management, organisational and problem solving skills
- Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
- Thorough knowledge of library procedures, practices and systems
- Working knowledge of WHS legislation and policies
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Sound supervisory experience

**We are offering a gross salary of $88,929 per annum (pro rata) and**:

- 11% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%
- A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $150 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
- Up to two additional paid days of absence per annum
- Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.

An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.