Community Library Programs & Outreach Coordinator

Banana Shire Council; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Banana Shire Council's library service is seeking a Library Assistant - Programs and Engagement to support high-quality service across communities in Central Queensland. You will plan outreach, assist with events, and help manage collections while delivering friendly customer service.

The role requires current Working with Children Check, a Queensland C class licence, and a Certificate III in Library and Information Services or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Library and Information Services and/or equivalent relevant experience, or willingness to undertake qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check Blue Card.
• Queensland C class driver's licence (minimum requirement – provisional licence)

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver outreach sessions for the community.
• Assist with promotional activities and events.
• Process library materials and manage the library catalogue.
• Provide quality customer service to library users.
• Assist with Local History Collections and supervise trainees or volunteers.
• Contribute to library promotion and public relations.
• Liaise with clients and council staff to deliver information.
• Assist in routine administrative tasks and closing duties.
• Support disaster management and recovery exercises.
• Assist in delivering Council supported events.

Skills

Community engagement

Independent work

Customer service

Time management

WHS & EEO

Library systems

MS Office

Education

Certificate III in Library and Information Services

Tools

Library management systems

Public access computers

MS Office

Job description

Banana Shire Council's library service is seeking a Library Assistant - Programs and Engagement to support high-quality service across communities in Central Queensland. You will plan outreach, assist with events, and help manage collections while delivering friendly customer service.

The role requires current Working with Children Check, a Queensland C class licence, and a Certificate III in Library and Information Services or equivalent experience.