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Job Title


Library Officer Children\'s Services


Company : Merri-bek City Council


Location : Williamstown, Victoria


Created : 2025-05-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Maximum term part time role until 29 March 202638 hrs per fortnight and weekend shiftsSalary: $72k - $76k pro rata + SuperAbility to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local GovernmentAbout Merri-bek City CouncilMerri-bek City Council is a progressive council of 175,000 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Our council area sits within the banks of the Merri Creek and the Moonee Ponds Creek, and includes Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Gowanbrae, Hadfield, Oak Park and Pascoe Vale. Our city is vibrant and energetic, known for its active community, cultural diversity, creative industries and the arts. Our long-term vision has ambitious goals for environmental sustainability, social justice, community wellbeing, and creating great places. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbournes CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food and cafs right at the doorstep.Merri-bek Council strives to be a contemporary, innovative and collaborative organisation with a deep commitment to engaging and supporting the Merri-bek community. Our organisational vision is to be one team, brave and diverse, making a difference.We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We offer flexible and hybrid work options and genuinely care about providing our staff work/life balance. With the Civic Centre located in Coburg, 8 kilometres north of Melbournes CBD, there are excellent public transport options and great food, cafs, parks and a cinema right at the doorstep. Merri-bek is a great place to live, work and play.About The RoleThe Library Officer role is responsible for providing high-quality customer service and targeted library and information services to our diverse community. In performing this role, you will also assist with library initiatives to bridge the digital divide, maintain the reservation service, and assist with childrens and youth programs across Glenroy and Fawkner Libraries.Skills And Experience Require To Perform The RoleGood teamwork skillsGood communication skillsExcellence in service provision to all sections of the communityAbility to deal with difficult situationsGood digital literacy skillsGood time management skillsDemonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements and how this applies in the public library setting.A current Working with Children CheckWhat The Role Can OfferExtensive opportunities for training & career developmentSalary sacrifice optionsWellness programsFurther support offered for our staffUp to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leavePurchase leaveCeremonial leaveGender affirmation leaveFamily violence leaveFor further information about this position please contact Rita Hardy on 8311 4111.Applications close: 11:30pm, Thursday 15 May 2025.in the case that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advertisement before the current closing date.Before submitting an application, please view the Position Description.Please note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid WWCC. Please have this ready when completing your application.How To ApplyPlease fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents.Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council.Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email.Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation.Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture.We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience. Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council. For further information regarding access or modifications you may require for a recruitment process please contact Danni Jovanovic, Recruitment Business Partner on recruitment@merri-bek.vic.gov.auOur CommitmentIn May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website.Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr