Young Persons Librarian

1 day ago

Lane Cove, Australia Lane Cove Council Full time

**Permanent Full Time, 35 hours per week**:

- **Dynamic Role**:

- **Great Team and Benefits**

**About the company**

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative Council seeking to make a positive difference in the community you support? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Young Persons Librarian to join our team.

Located on the lower North Shore, our leafy suburbs have a vibrant and diverse village atmosphere. We aim to provide “best value” services and facilities to the community whilst ensuring a sustainable future and are committed to creating a thoughtful, protective and inclusive community that supports children and young people to feel empowered, safe and protected.

If you are open to fresh ideas, committed to progressing new initiatives and driven to provide the very best service to our community, we want to hear from you.

**About the role**

You will be responsible for providing a quality information service and customer experience to children and youth utilising Lane Cove Library.

**About you**
- Bachelor Degree or Graduate Diploma in Librarianship/Information Science or equivalent qualification, providing eligibility for Associate membership of ALIA.
- A current ‘Paid Worker - Working with Children Check’ Clearance (NSW).
- Extensive experience in Library operations.
- Sound knowledge of children’s and youth literature.
- An understanding of the literacy needs of children and youth.
- A proven ability to develop, deliver and promote Library programs.
- Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly relating to children and youth.
- Extensive storytelling and display skills.
- A demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and develop staff.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
- Previous Public Library work experience.

**What we offer**

We hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds maintaining always that inclusion and diversity lie at the heart of what we do. For those who join us we offer:

- Flexible work practices aimed at achieving work/life balance
- An employee wellness program and discounted gym memberships
- Annual performance bonuses and salary reviews
- Extensive professional development and training opportunities
- The convenience of being close to shops, cafes, an aquatic centre and a gym.

**How to apply**:
Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Sara Mills on 9911 3634.

**Salary range**:
**Closing date**:
Applications close 14 September 2025.

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