Hume City Council
Library Technician (Permanent Part-Time)
Location: Broadmeadows Library Team – Hume Libraries
Roster: 17.5 hours per week across three days
Salary: $75,252.28 per annum (pro-rata) plus Superannuation
About Us:
Hume City Council is a dynamic and culturally diverse local government organisation that prioritises our community’s needs. We pride ourselves on delivering efficient and accessible services, making a meaningful impact on one of Australia’s fastest-growing communities. As part of our Libraries team, we are committed to fostering lifelong learning, engagement, and connection through exceptional service and programs.
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated Library Technician to join our Broadmeadows Library team in a permanent part-time capacity, working 17.5 hours per week. The roster includes:
- Tuesday: 10am – 5pm (with a 45-minute break)
- Wednesday: 10am – 5pm (with a 45-minute break)
- Thursday: 5pm – 10pm
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality library services to meet the educational, recreational, and informational needs of Hume’s vibrant and diverse community. This includes direct customer service, program facilitation, collection management, and support for technology-based resources.
Responsibilities:
- Provide outstanding customer service at the circulation desk, including issuing and returning library items.
- Promote library resources, services, and programs to the community.
- Contribute to program planning, facilitation, and evaluation alongside the programs team.
- Maintain local library collections by reallocating and withdrawing materials as needed.
- Plan, organise, and deliver successful events and programs in accordance with policies and guidelines.
- Assist in creating and designing engaging digital marketing screens for library programs, ensuring accuracy and creativity.
- Support customers with technology usage, such as downloading e-resources, borrowing, and printing.
About You:
To excel in this role, you’ll bring:
- Qualifications: Diploma of Library/Information Services (Library Technician) or an equivalent post-secondary qualification.
- Experience: Prior experience in a Public Library or similar environment.
- Communication Skills: Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills and familiarity with print and electronic information resources.
- Program Facilitation: Proven ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate programs in a library setting.
- Literary Knowledge: An interest in books and general literature.
- Customer Service Expertise: Experience delivering reference and information services to the public.
- Attention to Detail: Familiarity with cash handling and reconciliation processes.
Why Join Hume City Council?
At Hume, we pride ourselves on living by our values:
- We’re better, every day: We embrace growth and innovation, prioritising progress over perfection.
- We’re in it together: We foster respect, inclusion, and safety for all.
- We show up: We empower and trust our staff, holding ourselves accountable to our commitments.
- All for Hume: Our community is at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace environment.
- Commitment to equal opportunity and child-safe practices.
Inclusive Hiring:
Hume City Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We encourage applications from candidates of all ages, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, LGBTIQA community members, and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Additional Requirements:
Successful candidates will be required to undergo:
- Reference Checks
- Working with Children Check
- Criminal Record Check
How to Apply:
Review the attached Position Description for detailed information. All applications must be submitted online.
Join us in creating meaningful connections and enriching the lives of Hume City’s residents—apply today!
To apply for this job please visit www.seek.com.au.