Junior Library Assistant Fixed Term

Council Jobs; Gympie Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual work hours

Health and well-being programs

Fitness Passport

15% superannuation

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Gympie Regional Council is offering two casual Junior Library Assistant positions at Gympie Library. Shifts are approximately 7 hours per week with after-school and some weekend hours; remuneration is a casual junior hourly rate with up to 15% superannuation.

Successful applicants will commence year 11 in 2027 and work through 2028, with a fixed term ending 31 January 2029. These roles focus on customer service, information assistance, and delivering library programs while developing essential

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Understanding of library services and how to use digital technology.
• Strong time management and reliability.
• Ability to promote library services to the community.
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused service at the library.
• Assist with information and technology services for customers.
• Support delivery of programs for children, tech sessions, and workshops.
• Participate in reviews to improve branch processes and customer service.
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers, promoting services.

Skills

Communication

Digital tech

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Word processing

Basic research

Job description

Gympie Regional Libraries provide free and equitable access to vibrant and community-focused services and programs, empowering residents to discover new skills, pursue knowledge, create ideas, connect with others and share what inspires them. Our service embraces the future while preserving our heritage, supports lifelong learning with opportunities for people of all ages to participate in today's high-tech, knowledge-driven world.

The library service is highly valued by our community. The Gympie Regional Libraries network consists of six branch libraries located at Gympie, Tin Can Bay, Rainbow Beach, Kilkivan, Goomeri and Imbil

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Junior Library Assistant – Fixed Term Position x 2

Council currently has 2 x Junior Assistant fixed term position available to students commencing year 11 in 2027. The fixed term position will be contracted for a two-year period to cease on 31 January 2029.

Remuneration: Casual junior hourly rate (depending on age) ,plus up to 15% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 18th October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.

Position Overview

These positions are responsible for providing assistance to senior library staff in providing and promoting library services to the community delivering high quality, customer focused service and library programming and events that are responsive to community needs.

This position is located at Gympie Library, and will average approximately 7 hours per week, consisting of rostered shifts: Monday - Friday (3.15pm - 5.15pm), every second Saturday (8.45am - 12.15pm) (plus occasional additional hours in school holidays).

What are we looking for?

Council is looking for a highly motivated, flexible and reliable school student who is passionate about working in libraries. A high level of communication skills will be critical to success, along with an understanding of library services, time management skills and a high level of ability with digital technology.

• Ensure that the community receives a positive customer service experience at our libraries daily.
• Support the provision of information and technology services assistance and support for library customers.
• Assist in the delivery of programs to fulfil the community’s needs including children’s activities, technology sessions and community workshops.
• Participate in reviews of branch library processes and procedures to ensure a continuous improvement focus on customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the ability to confidently promote library services to the community.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication and teamwork skills with organisational ability.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including word processing and basic research skills.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, innovative and responsive to change.

The successful candidates will need to be commencing year 11 in 2027 and available to work at Gympie Library on a casual basis in 2027 and 2028.

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Libraries, Rachel Lethem on 5481 0850 or email *************@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 5481 0971 or email *********@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Casual work hours (approximately 7 hours per week on a casual basis)
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Generous superannuation scheme 15 per cent
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please refer to the internal guidelines. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Applications close on Sunday 18th October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.