Library Officer

**3 x part-time positions available (23, 17.5 and 17 hours per week).**

**Roles are located at Hornsby and Pennant Hills Libraries**

**Rate of pay**: $32.69 to $36.63 per hour plus 10.5% superannuation. _Appointed rate of pay in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience_.

Wanting to start your library career, rejoin the workforce or looking for a change?

These positions offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a customer focused, flexible and organised person who loves problem solving to join our library team.

**About us**

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.

**About the role**

In your new role, you will be part of a customer focused team that supports library and information services to Hornsby Shire community by assisting with the provision of efficient and effective information and circulation services.
This is an operational position that relies heavily on teamwork and requires that work be prioritised according to customer need.

The Information Services Library Officer & Pennant Hills Library Officer positions have the following major components:

- Provision of quality customer services
- Provision of efficient and effective circulation and information services
- Maintenance of collection and facilities
- Support of library services and programs across the library network

**About you**

The Library Officer position requires an enthusiastic, customer focused person with good interpersonal and communication skills. Completion of the Diploma in Library and Information Studies accepted by the Australian Library and Information Association for technician membership is an essential qualification for the position.

The ability to work independently and as a member of a team is critical to the success of this role, as is accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to meet agreed deadlines.

In your new role you will;
- Be interested in assisting the community
- Be flexible and co-operative approach to work with good problem solving skills
- Have enthusiasm for working in a public library
- Have a commitment to continuous learning

The Information Services Library Officer is primarily based at the Hornsby Library and may be required to work at other branch libraries. The Pennant Hills Library Officer is based at Pennant Hills and may also be required to work at other branch libraries.

Completion of the Diploma in Library and Information Studies accepted by the Australian Library and Information Association for technician membership is a minimum qualification for this position.

A current Working with Children check is required. Please note that unsuccessful applicants deemed suitable in the recruitment process may be considered for a casual position.

**Benefits of Working with Us**

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Hornsby Council offers a range of benefits including;
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Scheme
- Motor Vehicle Novated Leasing for staff
- Access to a range of health and well-being programs including discounted gym and swim membership, Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Passport, free flu injections and more
- Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Up to 18 weeks Parental Leave
- Personal development benefits ranging from apprenticeships, career development, study assistance and training programs
- An active social club with diverse activities

**Please note that double vaccination is required to work in this position and to attend an interview.**

For further information and to apply, please visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers.

**Closing date**: Monday 12th June 2023 at 11.30pm.