Library Technology and Innovation Coordinator

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council is among Sydney’s larger local government agencies looking after a vibrant community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable and diverse suburbs.

As we continue to deliver quality, innovative and inclusive programs and services, we would love it if you can join in our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, WHS, sustainability, continuous improvement and business excellence. The community is at the heart of the organisation and Council puts its values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration at the centre of everything that we do.  We are here to be of service to the community and make Inner West a great place to be. We expect commitment to these values from all employees in performing their respective roles.

We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $15.50/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

About the role

The Library Technology and Innovation Coordinator will primarily coordinate and lead innovation and technology for all the Inner West libraries. Responsible for policy development, you will monitor current and future trends in relation to Library Technology, coordinate and liaise with Library Technology suppliers, ensure the efficient and smooth operation of all Library Technology and liaise with branch and systems librarians, programming, history and collections staff to develop a contemporary library service. You will also act as the key liaison between Council’s ICT department and the libraries.

Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role. 

Remuneration

$92,973.92 - $110,097 + 11% Superannuation

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications 

1. Degree or higher in IT or Library and Information Services recognised by the Australia Library & Information (ALIA) or equivalent or tertiary qualifications in a related discipline with experience to meet essential experience or skills criteria.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with information management systems including implementation, technology troubleshooting, replacement and enhancements.
3. Demonstrated skills in IT planning and analysis, and ability to advocate IT applications in libraries.
4. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage change for a diverse Library ICT team and its functions to achieve outcomes that address current challenges for the IWC and its commitments to the community.
5. Demonstrated experience liaising with and managing contractors, & suppliers.

Enquiries

Marilyn Taylor, Library Operations Manager on 9392 5897

Closing Date

Sunday 25 February 2024, 11:30PM

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How to Apply

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role).  Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Inner West Council is a Diversity employer. We encourage applications from all candidates.

Council is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged workers to apply.