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Employment type: Permanent Full timeHours per fortnight: 70 HoursRemuneration: Band 5 salary from $86,136 per annum (pro-rata) plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDOLocation: Julia Gillard Library Tarneit, this role may be required to work across multiple locations throughout the Wyndham MunicipalityAbout the roleReporting to the Team Leader Childrens Programs & Services, you will required to provide high quality customer service to library patrons through planning, delivering and overseeing the provision of quality programs, collections and services to the community. The position will work closely with the other Childrens team members, as well as other Library staff to establish and support programs for families from our culturally diverse community.The role will focus on the delivery of a range of programs in person and online, including regular childrens programs such as Baby Time, Rhyme Time, Story Time, after school programs and ad hoc events such as school holiday performances, author talks, parenting workshops, and tie-ins with Council initiatives. You will have a passion for fostering a culture of lifelong learning and for working in an all-inclusive community. You will also be responsible for providing high quality customer service and information support to our library patrons and maintaining the library space and collection.Regular weeknight and weekend shifts are a requirement of this role and ad-hoc adjustments to your work pattern will be required for events or programs. This position may be required to rotate to other branches in line with operational requirements.The work pattern for this role is:Permanent Full Time 70 hours per fortnight, RDO once a fortnight, an evening shift once a week, a Saturday morning Rhyme Time rotation every 6 weeksWhat your day may look likeAssist with library set-up, including banking proceduresPrepare and deliver a Rhyme Time session in the morningPlanning time for an upcoming parenting talkAttend the Library Childrens Team meeting1-3 hour team leader desk shift in the afternoonWhat you will bringDegree or Graduate Diploma in Information Management or equivalent with related relevant experience or lesser formal tertiary qualifications and substantial relevant related experienceProgram delivery skills and knowledge, event planning experience preferred.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.Resilience and adaptability to a rapid changing environmentLeadership to the library customer service team when rostered on deskAn understanding of public library practices and knowledge of trends in the provision of services and programs for familiesIf you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.Why join WyndhamWe are one of Australias fastest growing and most diverse cities.By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.How to applyPlease apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 22 JUNE 2025.If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Haylee Eagle, Team Leader Childrens Programs & Services on 8734 8999 or email Haylee.eagle@wyndham.vic.gov.auWyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.Child Safe OrganisationWyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.Diversity and InclusionAt Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham Citys Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr