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Library Services Officer - Risdon Prison - 979310

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Strategy and Performance
Libraries Tasmania

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 November, 2025 11:55 PM

Sunday 9 November, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 3

$74,783 to $80,835 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

South

To support the delivery of a quality, contemporary library service to meet a range of diverse and complex information and recreational needs to an agreed service standard, including developing and implementing particular aspects of Libraries Tasmania services and programs as required. Build and maintain effective relationships within the community, which promote inclusion and lifelong learning.

The Team

Libraries Tasmania is a uniquely Tasmanian organisation, offering contemporary library and archive services to the Tasmanian community. We are incredibly proud of Tasmania's extensive library network and the fact that Tasmanians value the services that enrich their lives. We provide services for recreation, learning, discovering our past, researching family history, or simply connecting with others. More information about our history, services and strategies is available on ourwebsite.

All Tasmanians are connected, resilient, creative and curious thinkers, enriched by the State's libraries and archives.

What is it like to work for Libraries Tasmania?

We deliver high-quality services in a dynamic environment and are dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients. As a frontline, government service we celebrate diversity and inclusion, and our team reflects the communities we serve. Our work environments are supportive and collaborative, and we offer quality working conditions to suit a variety of situations.

About the Role

To support the delivery of a quality, contemporary library service to meet a range of diverse and complex information and recreational needs to an agreed service standard, including developing and implementing particular aspects of Libraries Tasmania services and programs as required. Build and maintain effective relationships within the community, which promote inclusion and lifelong learning.

Period of Appointment

ASAP until 30 June 2027

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

58.8 hours per fortnight

This role is based in Risdon Prison 3 days per week and at Hobart Library 1 day per week.

- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

- The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

- Conviction checks in the following areas:

- crimes of violence

- sex related offences

- serious drug offences

- crimes involving dishonesty

- serious traffic offences

- Identification check

- Disciplinary actions in previous employment check

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'ApplyNow' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.

Applicants should forward/include:

- a 1–2-page short form application addressing the selection criteria;

- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au .

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name:Megan Jordan-Jones
Title:Manager Library Operations - South East Region
Phone: (03) 6165 5604
Email:megan.jordan-jones@libraries.tas.gov.au

- Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.

- Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.

- Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

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