Library Officer - Merriwa & Cassilis

Merriwa / Cassilis
Permanent Part-Time (25 hours per week)

The role:
Council is seeking a friendly and highly motivated individual to undertake the above position. The Library Officer will provide quality, customer focused library services to the Upper Hunter Shire and play an essential role in supporting the development and delivery of diverse library programs and activities to meet the evolving needs of our community. 

What’s on Offer:
-$1140.60 to $1277.50 per 35 hour week  + 11.5% super and the opportunity for salary progression
-Career progression and professional development opportunities 
-Generous leave entitlements 
-Salary Sacrificing Options 
-A generous uniform allowance
-Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service 

What we need from you:
Our ideal candidate will hold a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services or related field and experience in a similar role. Good public relations and interpersonal skills are a must with the ability to provide group Library activities such as children activities, book club and Library events. The ability to obtain and maintain a current Working with Children Check is essential.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:
Wednesday 22 January 2025  

Job Description:

To view the job description for this role, Click here

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Amanda Catzikiris, Manager Community Services, a call on 02 6540 1153 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity. 

How to Apply

We encourage all applicants to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au. 

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.