Trainee Cert IV Library

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LOCAL HISTORY AND BUILDING A CAREER IN LIBRARIES?

About the position

The Trainee Certificate IV in Library and Information Services position will work as part of both the Toowoomba Regional Local History Library team and the Toowoomba City Library Team to deliver customer service and general maintenance of the library collections. The trainee will undertake relevant study and assignment work in a Certificate IV in Library & Information Services.

This position will work under direct direction.

• Training wage rates are $ $836.00 per week (depending on your education level and years out of school), plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Earn while you learn
• This is a Temporary Full time position for 18 months.
• The position is based at the Toowoomba City Library.
• CBD Parking provided.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Active social club – TRC Employee's Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
• Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria

1. Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description (Once logged into your Seek account, click the 'Apply' button to be redirected to the Toowoomba Regional Council advertisement to access the Position Description and to apply).
2. Ability to commit to the full traineeship program and competently complete course work and assessment required to complete the Certificate IV within specified timeframes.
3. Possess an interest in pursuing a career within the library field, in particular local history.
4. Ability to accurately follow directions in a timely manner.
5. Ability to complete daily tasks neatly and correctly using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite.
6. Ability to learn and use new digital programs and applications.
7. Basic written and oral communication and numeracy skills.
8. Ability to provide quality customer service including the provision of accurate and timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
9. Understanding of and commitment to Council's Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.

How to apply

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Your current resume.
2. A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Position Success Criteria listed in the Position Description. For each criterion:
3. Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing.
4. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

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For further information

Please contact Eileen Collins - Coordinator Regional History Services - on within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 12 October 2025.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.