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Form of workIf you’re not much of a people person, that’s ok, but this is NOT the job for you.
However, if you ARE a people person as well as friendly, cheerful, calm and empathetic – read on!
Working in the library isn’t just about loving books. Yes, of course you love books, but you also love helping people. Furthermore, you’re an active listener, problem solver and quite tech savvy. Add to that your keen curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and you’re the perfect candidate!
What’s really cool about this role is that you get to earn while you learn! This exciting traineeship opportunity combines full-time employment with paid training and on-the-job learning with experienced trainers and supportive mentors. Reporting to the Team Leader Library Services you’ll develop a broad range of practical skills and experience in the library sector focusing on digital collections and services.
What we will offer you
- Traineeship for two (2) years with potential for ongoing employment.
- Obtain a nationally accredited Certificate IV in Library and Information Services.
- Above award rates! Commencing salary of $1,552.20 gross per fortnight plus superannuation (at 18 years of age or older), varying rates subject to age and experience as per Award provisions.
- Access to Council’s Flexible Working Arrangements.
- Further opportunities to grow your skill set through additional courses, training and support
Types of tasks / activities completed in the role
- Process deliveries and re-stock resources
- Assist with the Community Learning Space
- Assist customers with information and technology enquiries
- Undertake circulation desk duties including processing library memberships and loans
- Maintain library shelves through re-shelving and shelf tidying
- Develop knowledge of digital library collections and services
Attributes we are looking for in our applicants
- Reliable, honest and motivated
- Good time management and initiative
- Positive, productive and professional (but not officious)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident, flexible and open to change
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment
Traineeship information
This traineeship will provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge in both local government and Library Systems whilst being supported to learn and grow in a friendly and enjoyable working environment. Across 24 months you will work full time (35-hour week) alongside experienced supervisors and colleagues, gaining hands-on industry experience and receiving 3 hours paid study time per week towards achieving a nationally recognised Certificate IV qualification.
As the successful applicant, you will need:
- a current Class P1, P2 or C Driver’s Licence (desirable but not essential)
- full rights to work and study in Australia
- completion of Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or Higher School Certificate (HSC)
- commitment to undertaking the formal training requirements of this role
- the ability to work weekends in accordance with rostering requirements
- a desire to treat others with respect and work safely to meet Work Health and Safety requirements
What’s great about a career at Council
Creating thriving, sustainable communities across Australia requires a workforce with a diverse range of skills and abilities. It requires people from different backgrounds, ages and stages in their career, people who bring fresh ideas, and people who are passionate about making a real difference. If you add to that the scale and variety of the work we do along with the many different career paths within Local Government, you’ll agree there’s no better place to start or grow your career!
What is next?
Applications close Monday, 11 March 2024 at 11.59pm AEDST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 18 March 2024.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Michael Scutti on 02 6926 9***.
For more information and to apply, please visit https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
All preferred candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit.
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Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
