Library Programs Officer

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **welcome**, **belong**and **succeed**.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
The Libraries team operate eight (8) locations across the Cumberland LGA and assist customers and members of the public with locating materials, answering questions and providing guidance on research strategies.

The team also hold a wide variety of events across these locations, ranging from educational and cultural programs to social and community-building activities.

Council is looking for an appropriately qualified and experienced person to join the Library Programs and Information Services team in this role. The position is responsible for assisting with the development and delivery of programs and events for adults and seniors.

The successful applicant will require:

- Diploma in Library or Information Studies and/or equivalent experience
- Eligible for Library Technician membership of ALIA
- High level of interpersonal and customer service skills, with a proven ability to engage with the local community
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously whilst managing competing priorities and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A demonstrated understanding of current issues and trends in the Library profession
- Good knowledge and understanding of social media platforms.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Current Working with Children Check

Download the position description here for more information.

**About this role**:

- 1x Permanent, full-time position
- Working Monday to Friday, 70 hours per fortnight.
- Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
- Located at Council's Merrylands and Auburn library and may be required to work across any of Council’s library locations.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 8 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,376.59 to $1,686.33 per week plus 12% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

**What you'll need to have for this role**:

- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,**15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**ABOUT US**:
**ENQUIRIES**:
**Closing date: 11:59pm, Tuesday 29 July 2025**

**HOW TO APPLY