Children And Youth Services Officer

City of Mount Gambier has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and driven individual to join the Mount Gambier Library.

About the position:

• Permanent part-time (28 hours per week).
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Competitive remuneration package.
To support the Manager Library and Community Development in providing quality library services to the community with a strong focus on customer service and an emphasis on the delivery of Children and Youth programs and services. 
This position is required to work during school holidays and outside of ordinary hours.
This position is classified at Level 2 (currently $36.76 per hour) of the City of Mount Gambier Administration Staff Agreement No.12 2022.
 

About you:
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to share information and knowledge with a diverse range of clientele.
• Demonstrated experience in working with Children and Youth to provide services and programs designed to meet their needs. 
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude along with the ability to work within change and adapt to change.
• Ability to work effectively with the community and other user groups, particularly Children and Youth. 
• Knowledge of library programs and the role the library plays in the community.

What we offer:
Mount Gambier is the second largest city in South Australia and provides a perfect balance between the vibrant lifestyle of a big city and the comforts of a small town. Packed with beautiful natural resources including the iconic Blue Lake/Warwar, caves, sinkholes, parks and gardens. Mount Gambier is an idyllic location to enjoy work life balance, only 20 minutes from the beach. 
This role presents an opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment. The City of Mount Gambier is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in the workplace.

The successful candidate will enjoy:
• Ongoing professional development and training,
• A supportive and friendly team environment,
• Career development opportunities,
• Active social club,
• Flexible work arrangements,
• Positive work/life balance, 
• Income protection insurance,
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
• Excellent Enterprise Agreement benefits with above award rates.

Pre-employment requirements:
The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements.
• National Police Check,
• Working with Children Check (WWCC),
• Pre-employment medical examination.

The City of Mount Gambier is an equal opportunity employer committed to continuous improvement as a culturally safe and supportive workplace. We strongly encourage members of our First Nations community to apply.  

For a confidential conversation please call:
Georgina Davison
Manager, Library and Community Development
08 8721 2***

Further information about the position, including the position description, which identifies key competencies and selection criteria, is available from City of Mount Gambier website:  www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/careers
Applications must specifically address the key competencies and selection criteria and be submitted with a resume including contact details for at least three referees.

Applications close:  Monday 5th February 2024 at 5:00pm.

Applications must be submitted via email to:
Human Resources Team
****@mountgambier.sa.gov.au