Children And Youth Services Librarian

Council Jobs; Burwood; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Job summary

Burwood Council invites a passionate Children’s and Youth Services Librarian to contribute to a vibrant community hub. You will develop engaging programs, curate collections for children and young adults, and partner with local organisations to extend reach and impact within Burwood’s diverse community.

You'll join a forward-looking library team focused on literacy, digital access, creativity and lifelong learning, delivering services that delight children, families and young people while

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with knowledge of current trends and best practice in library services.
• Experience developing and managing children's and young adult library collections.
• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering engaging library programs and activities for children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to make informed decisions and solve problems effectively.
• Degree/Qualification in Library and Information Studies or ALIA recognition with expected completion by end of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality customer-focused services, programs and collections for children and young adults.
• Collaborate with Library and Community Hub teams to ensure high-quality customer experiences and informative guidance on services and events.

Skills

Children's library services

Young adult collections

Program planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Critical thinking

Education

Degree in Library and Information Studies (ALIA) or near completion

Job description

• ExcitingPart-time, 12 month maximum term contact (due to parental leave) with aninnovative, well respected Local Council
• Workinghours are Wednesday – Friday with an additional 4 hours every second Sunday
• Hourly rate of $42.92 - $50.96 per hour + 12% superannuation
• Bepart of our customer focused library team, who provide exceptional serviceto our diverse community
• Central,modern office close to Burwood CBD close to public transport
• Makea positive impact through a range of innovative programs and initiatives

About us:

Recently named Australia’s Coolest Neighbourhood byTime Out, Burwood is a place on the move.

A diverse, creative and globally connected community,Burwood is known for its vibrant streets, distinctive public spaces, boldpublic art, and one of Sydney’s most exciting food scenes. From culturalfestivals and laneway activations to major streetscape transformations, thecity is constantly evolving.

Behind it all is a Council that believes its people are thedriving force of that momentum. Our team is central to delivering the ambitiousvision set out in the Burwood Community Strategic Plan 2036, shaping howthe city grows, how it is experienced, and how it is seen by the world.

Our Library and Community Hub is an energetic and inspiringcommunity initiative and service which adds value to Burwood Community bysupporting literacy, digital connection, creativity and life-long education.

The Library team is a passionate group who embody ourlibrary values of professionalism, collaboration, inclusion and communitydriven service. The Library is a welcoming place which enriches our diversecommunity with opportunities to inspire, learn, connect and belong.

Your Position:

As our Children’s and Youth Service’s Librarian, you willsupport Council's vision and leadership in the delivery of high qualitycollections, services and programmes for children and young adults.

You will engage and partner with relevant Councildepartments as well as local community organisations to broaden capacity anddeliver enhanced programmes that are vibrant and relevant to the needs of ourchildren and young people. The role will participate in the Library andCommunity Hub Customer Care Roster.

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limitedto:

• Develop anddeliver high-quality customer-focused services, programs and collectionsfor children and young adults, including early literacy programs, to meetthe education, informational, cultural and recreational needs of theBurwood community.
• Collaboratewith the Library and Community Hub team to ensure delivery of high-qualitycustomer experiences through outstanding customer service, information andadvice regarding the Burwood Library and Community Hub services, programs,activities and events.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Passionateabout supporting children and young people, with knowledge of currenttrends, issues, and best practice in library services.
• Demonstratedexperience in developing and managing children's and young adult librarycollections.
• Experienceplanning, coordinating, and delivering engaging library programs andactivities for children and young people.
• Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positiverelationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Highlydeveloped organisational skills, with the ability to manage competingpriorities and meet deadlines.
• Strongcritical thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to make informeddecisions and solve problems effectively.
• DegreeQualification in Library and Information Studies or close to completingyour degree, recognised by ALIA (must be expected to complete studies by end of 2026).

For more information on this role please view the positiondescription.

Key Requirements:

• Acurrent Working with Children Check clearance
• Willingnessto complete a pre-employment health assessment.
• Willingnessto obtain a national police check
• Health& Well-being initiatives (flu vaccinations, skin checks).
• Accessto Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Enquiries:

For further information about this role, please refer to thePosition Description or contact Helen Kassidis, Team Leader Learning Experienceon 02 9078 6***.

If you need assistance with your application, anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like todiscuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Lauren Allcott, People& Culture Advisor on 02 9911 9***.

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, valueinclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences andperspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member ofour team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their uniqueskills and talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also proud to be achild safe organisation.