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Form of workCloncurry Shire Council is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Part-Time Library Officer (Maternity Relief) to join the team at the Bob McDonald Library.
Benefits include:
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave (pro rata)
- Personal (Sick) Leave
- $56k per annum (pro rata) + Superannuation
Cloncurry Shire Council is a future-focused, community-responsive organisation with a charter to enhance all facets of life in the Shire. Creating this improved future is underpinned by an increased focus on planning for the long-term needs of the community and coordinating the delivery and ongoing management of services, infrastructure, and facilities. The Council are in a strong financial position and play an important role in enhancing this thriving economy.
Few places can claim to be as influential in shaping Australia as Cloncurry. Birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and destination of the first Qantas flight - Cloncurry is a community that celebrates outback life. Popularly known as the "Friendly Heart of the Great Northwest", Cloncurry has the feel of a western town with the progressiveness of a modern community. The 'Curry', as it is affectionately known by locals, is 120km east of Mount Isa and 400km south of the Gulf of Carpentaria.
About the Role
This position is to provide excellence in customer service to library users through the provision of friendly, professional, and knowledgeable assistance with library services and information requests at Bob McDonald Library and Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery, a service of Cloncurry Shire Council.
To ensure excellence in customer service to library and gallery users through the provision of high quality and efficient library and information, and arts and cultural services that is responsive to community needs and provides for the information, recreational, and cultural needs of Cloncurry Shire Council Communities.
Assisting with the day-to-day operations of the library, as well as planning and delivery of library programs (i.e., First 5 Forever Storytime, Computer Assistance, Coding & Robotics, etc.) as well as administration, event, and exhibition for Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
- This position is located at the Bob McDonald Library and Dr David Harvey-Sutton Gallery, Scarr Street but may involve periods in Dajarra to develop local services for the community.
- Committed to customer service and working collaboratively.
- Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to further enhance departmental relationships.
- Well-developed computer literacy skills including the capacity to effectively use Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word, and associated data software programs (e.g., Management Information Systems, registers, and statistical reporting).
- Operate in a team environment in which staff work together to achieve the objectives and initiatives outlined in the department’s strategic plans.
- Support the learning outcomes of residents by assisting in the use of resources and technology and through the development and delivery of library and gallery programs that support literacy, learning, arts, and cultural, and social inclusion.
Other duties as reasonably requested within the scope of the position.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCES REQUIRED
Mandatory:
- Attainment of year 12 level of education is desirable.
- Hold a suitability card to work with children (Blue Card) or the ability to acquire prior to employment.
- On the job training will be provided as required but possessing a sound basic work skills base as a minimum pre-requisite.
- Essential to hold and maintain a current manual ‘C’ class driver’s licence.
- Current police check / clearance.
Desirable:
- Diploma or higher degree in Library/Information Services or equivalent, and/or Gallery/Museum Practice.
Applications Close Wednesday 3 April at 5:00pm
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.
