Young Persons Librarian

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Lane Cove Council Full time $115,000 per year
  • 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

The
successful candidate will have:

  • 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:

Please click on "Apply now" and complete the information requested. Applications are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Sara Mills on

Salary range:

Up to 115K per annum, (including 12% super) dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable
candidate.

Closing date:

Applications close 14 September 2025.

Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

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