Coordinator Library Systems

1 day ago


Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia City of Darwin Full time $104,792 per year

Darwin, Australia

Reference:

  • Rare opportunity
  • Leadership role- 4 direct reports
  • 6 weeks annual leave | 15 personal/sick days

About the Opportunity:

Are you a visionary library professional with a passion for innovation, systems, and inclusive access to information? We're looking for a dynamic leader to shape the future of library services in Darwin.

As the (Senior) Coordinator Library Systems & Collections, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction, innovation, and management of our library systems and collections across four vibrant branches.

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on community access to diverse, high-quality library services.

Working as part of the Library & Family Services leadership team, you'll guide a skilled and motivated group of staff - including librarians, ICT specialists, and trainees - while collaborating with key stakeholders locally and across the Territory.

What you'll be doing:

  • Leading the development and innovation of library systems and digital services
  • Overseeing inclusive, accessible, and responsive collections for all community members
  • Providing strategic insight into future library needs, technologies, and opportunities
  • Managing people, projects, and resources to deliver on operational and strategic goals
  • Representing City of Darwin in key library networks and partnerships
  • Collecting, analysing, and reporting on library usage data to inform decision-making and demonstrate service impact

What we're looking for:

We're seeking someone who brings:

  • Strong leadership and project management experience
  • Expertise in library systems and collection development
  • A passion for delivering equitable and engaging public library services
  • Strategic thinking, innovation, and a collaborative approach
  • A commitment to serving a diverse community

What you need to have?

  • Bachelor's degree in library/information services, Information Technology or similar
  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a relevant leadership role
  • A current NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
  • Possession of a Class C Drivers Licence
  • Ability to obtain a National Police Records Check

Why join us?

Your hard work will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package and generous leave entitlements. This position has a commencing base salary of $ 104,792.18 per annum plus superannuation. As a permanent employee you also get access to our wellbeing program, employee assistance counselling program and receive 17.5% additional pay when on annual leave.

To apply:

Please upload your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For further information regarding this role, please read full position description or contact Stacey Rosser - Executive Manager Library & Family Services on or Karen Messenger on during business hours. Please note, only applicants that are shortlisted for this role will be contacted.

We accept applications only via our portal, please email us only if you have questions related to a role.

City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

  • Phone:
  • Email:
  • Website: Employment at Council | City of Darwin Careers - Current Vacancies

Applications close (5 pm) on 14 November 2025

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

As part of Council's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment

Applications Close: 14 Nov 2025


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