Expression Of Interest: Library Officers

Central Highlands Regional Council; Emerald; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave

Monthly RDOs

Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Highlands Regional Council in Emerald, QLD is inviting Expressions of Interest for two permanent fulltime Library Officer positions. The roles cover customer service, library operations, administration and events across our community spaces.

Salary is Stream A, Level 2: $89,091.34 - $94,774.01 per annum, inclusive of superannuation and allowances, with a supportive team culture and opportunities for professional development in a thriving regional setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in library/customer service is desirable (from job posting).
• Eligibility to work in Australia: Australian citizen, permanent residency, or visa permitting work in Australia permanently.
• Pre-employment checks include Right to Work in Australia, Queensland Working with Children check, reference and licence checks, and medical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Customer service across library operations and administration.
• Support marketing, facilities monitoring, community development, events, programs and services.
• Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive and engaging environment for all community members.

Skills

Customer service

Library operations

Administration

Marketing

Community development

Events

Programs and services

Job description

Expression of Interest: Library Officers Central Highlands Regional Council Emerald, QLD, AU

Work Type: 2 x Permanent Fulltime positions (hours of work varies between 8:00am- 6:00pm, required to work alternate Saturdays on a roster basis)
Location: Emerald
Directorate: Communities
Remuneration: Stream A, Level 2: $89,091.34 - $94,774.01 per annum inclusive of superannuation and allowances

Looking for a rewarding role where creativity, customer service and community connection come together?

Council is seeking Expressions of Interests from enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals who are passionate about making a difference in their community. These exciting opportunities offer a diverse and rewarding role across customer service, library operations, administration, marketing, facilities monitoring, community development, events, programs and services.

As a valued member of our library team, you will bring energy, initiative and a positive attitude to help create a welcoming, inclusive and engaging environment for all members of our community.

Work with purpose — contribute to meaningful outcomes for our region

Grow with us — access professional development and career pathways

Supportive team culture — collaborative, inclusive, and community-minded

Enjoy the lifestyle — live and work in a thriving regional community

Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

Benefits Include:

• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Monthly RDO’s
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to Work in Australia
• Queensland Working with Children check
• Reference and licence checks
• Medical assessment

Applications close: Monday 14th September 2026 at 8am.