Local History Officer

**JOIN OUR JOURNEY TO BECOME THE BEST COUNCIL IN AUSTRALIA**

We are looking for a passionate and hardworking Local History Officer to join our team at Singleton Council. In this role, you’ll make a real impact on the everyday lives of people within our community by achieving important outcomes for Singleton to grow and flourish.

**ABOUT US**

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services to our community, supporting our vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

**THE ROLE**

The Local History Officer is responsible for assisting in identifying, acquiring, preserving, managing, and promoting Local Studies and Archives resources as it relates to the history of the Singleton LGA. The position is responsible for building organisational knowledge and encouraging community usage and participation in local history as well as assisting in public education through exhibitions and programs.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Circulation duties at the Library including front desk customer service
- Assist in collecting, identifying, researching, conserving, and maintaining resources of historical/social interest relevant to the Singleton Local Government Area
- Contribute to the digitisation of the Local History resources
- Assist in seeking out local contemporary and historical information
- Assist in maintaining the Civic Art Collection
- Provide customers with access to Archives, Local & Family History collections
- Work collaboratively and foster partnerships with local community heritage and history groups

**ESSENTIAL CRITERIA**
- Higher school certificate education or a combination of experience, qualification, and/or competence, which enables the incumbent to perform all duties of the position.
- Experience in Microsoft Office suite.
- Demonstrated excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers of Council.
- Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills, including sound conflict resolution skills.

A Tafe Certificate II in Information Services, experience in a public library, or knowledge of the history of Singleton will be well regarded.

A current Working with Children Check is essential.

Singleton Council is committed to ensuring we provide a safe place of work for our staff and visitors and require all employees to be fully vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 in accordance with Singleton Council's COVIDsafe Workplace Protocol.

This position is offered on a permanent., part-time basis basis working 28 hours per week.

Remuneration for this position is based on a Grade 6 of the salary system which equates to a base salary between $45,401 to $51,070 per annum plus superannuation.

**WHY JOIN US?**

At Singleton Council, we are a dynamic, multi-skilled, diverse group of people who share the same passion — to deliver outstanding services and outcomes to our community. We value difference and the creativity it generates towards our productive workforce.

Working for Singleton Council you will join an Engaged, Safe, Sustainable and Performing workforce who, together, we exist to make a difference for our community. To make smart, sustainable decisions, and to go above and beyond so that our community continues to be loved locally and recognised nationally. If you are looking for a challenging and strategically focused career which delivers tangible results for the community all whilst working in a flexible, contemporary environment, join us on our journey to be the best council in Australia.
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