Library Assistant – Outreach Services

About the role
This is a permanent, part-time position working 16.5 hours per week. The hours and days of work are Wednesday and Friday 11 am to 7 pm and every second Saturday 9 am to 2:30 pm or 9:30 am to 3 pm. This position is located at the Nowra Library – Berry St, Nowra.

Duties
Reporting directly to the Outreach & Digital Services Manager, the focus of this position is to:

• Work as part of the Branch team to provide a high standard of customer service and a safe working environment.
• Complete all Circulation duties and undertake an equal share of tasks.
• Prepare promotional materials for events and programs using graphic design software.
• Assist clients with:
• Information enquiries, referring complex enquiries appropriately.
• Public access technology and equipment.
• Access to Council services and facilities
• Conduct financial transactions as required using cash register.
• Conduct opening and closing of the facility in accordance with Council procedures.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

• HSC or equivalent
• Class C Driver’s Licence
• Library services experience
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship

Please refer to attached job description for further criteria.

This position requires a current NSW Working with Children Check. Applicants are required to apply and pay for this check if not already obtained. 

About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Long Service Leave After 5 Years
• 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
• Flexitime for Indoor Staff
• Remote Working Arrangements
• Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease Arrangements
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Training and Development Programs

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
3. What does customer service mean to you?
4. This position requires an NSW Working With Children Check, please provide your Working With Children Check number.

Contact:  Robin Sharpe – Outreach & Digital Services Manager – 02 4429 3***

Applications Close: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 (at Midnight)

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.