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Library Officer (Multicultural Services/Community Programs)Library Officer (Multicultural Services/Community Programs)1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.47 hours and 10 minutes per fortnight - Days of work are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week with a fortnightly Saturday shift and other weekend hours availableLocated at Glenroy and Fawkner LibrariesAbility to transfer or take LSL (Long Service Leave) within Local GovernmentPermanent, part time position47 hours and 10 minutes per fortnight - Days of work are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week with a fortnightly Saturday shift and other weekend hours availableLocated at Glenroy and Fawkner LibrariesSalary: $72k - $76k + Super (pro rata)Ability 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.This is a Special Measures role as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.To be eligible for this role, you must identify with a culture or religion that is not dominant in Australia, and/or speak a language other than English at home.Priority is given to people who:Speak Urdu, Arabic, Nepali or Turkish, and/orIdentify as a member of the main cultures within our local community which include Arabic, Nepalese, Pakistani, Turkish or ItalianAbout The RoleA great chance has come up to work at Merri-bek Libraries. This is a permanent part-time position at the Glenroy and Fawkner Libraries.As a Library Officer, you will:Help customers from different backgrounds use libraries to borrow library items, help with photocopiers and printing, use our public computers, and find informationHelp promote library programs for all agesRun programs with help from other library staffReturn and shelve library itemsTidy library shelvesHelp maintain library collections in community languagesSkills And Experience Require To Perform The RoleGood teamwork and communication skillsGood time management skillsAbility to provide excellent customer service to a wide range of community membersFlexibility and reliabilityGood problem-solving skillsA current Working with Children CheckDemonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements in a public libraryPriority is given to people who speak a language other than English eg. Urdu, Nepali, Arabic or TurkishWhat The Role Can OfferExtensive opportunities for training & career developmentSalary sacrifice optionsEmployer-supported study assistance schemesWellness 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, Tuesday, 29 July 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. 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