Library Assistant Trainee

**_Are you looking for the perfect opportunity to kick start your career in libraries?_**

**_ Are you confident in customer service and wanting to develop relevant skills within the industry through hands-on work, whilst also supporting this with study to gain a nationally recognised Certificate III in Library and Information Services?_**

**_ Join the SSC Library team and complete your traineeship through TAFE whilst working with a team that values growth and provides training and employment opportunities to help you reach your career goals._**

**Library Assistant Trainee**:

- Embark on an 18-month journey to enhance library services in your community.
- Gain valuable skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.
- Play a vital role in promoting literacy, education, and cultural services.
- Contribute to innovative library programs and engage with patrons of all ages.

**Join Our Community-Focused Team**:
At Sutherland Shire Libraries, we believe in enriching our community through accessible information and cultural services. Our libraries are vibrant hubs of learning, literacy, and leisure, dedicated to fostering lifelong learning opportunities for all.

As a Library Assistant Trainee, you will be part of a dynamic team that is committed to delivering exceptional library experiences. You will have the chance to learn and grow while making a positive impact in the lives of our patrons.

**Your Role in Our Library**:
This position is designed for enthusiastic individuals eager to dive into the world of library services. You will assist in various tasks, from issuing loans to supporting library programs, while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

As a Library Assistant Trainee, you will:

- Support and respond to supervising staff instructions with a focus on high-quality service delivery.
- Engage with customers using a variety of library resources and emerging technologies.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of community-focused events and programs.
- Continue your professional development by completing the Certificate III in Library and Information Services.

**Who You Are**:
We are looking for passionate individuals who recognise the vital role that public libraries play in our community. If you have a love for learning, technology, and community engagement, this could be the perfect opportunity for you
- Committed to completing the Certificate III in Library and Information Services.
- Possess a Working with Children Check or are willing to obtain one.
- Enthusiastic about planning and participating in library events and activities.

Join us in our mission to enhance community access to information and resources while developing your skills in a vibrant library environment

**Join our Team and Grow with Us**:

- **Interview date**:Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
- **Package**:$41,771 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
- **Hours of work**:Temporary full time position working 35 hours per week, with an option of 19 day month for maximum period of 18 months whilst completing a Cert III in Library and Information Services (Study to be completed at Ultimo TAFE).
- The libraries hours of operation are between the hours of 8.00am - 9:00pm Monday to Sunday (including public holidays). To maximise your on the job learning, you will be rostered based on the operational need of the libraries and with team members to support your development.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

**About Us**:
If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
- At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community - we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.