Library Officer - Merriwa & Cassilis

the original; Cassilis; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Annual Leave entitlements

Uniform allowance

Long Service Leave after five years

Training and upskilling opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Permanent employment

Job summary

Upper Hunter Shire Council is seeking a Library Officer to enhance Merriwa and Cassilis libraries, delivering welcoming spaces and community programs. You’ll help people find books, access digital resources and run children’s activities and events.

The ideal candidate holds a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services, has library experience, strong communication skills, and a current Working with Children Check with a valid driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a customer‑focused librarian with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience delivering children's activities, book clubs and community events.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users and create welcoming spaces for the community.
• Deliver children's activities, book clubs and community events.
• Promote library services and activities.

Education

Certificate IV in Library and Information Services

Tools

Aurora Library Management System

Job description

Job Description

LibraryOfficer

Love connecting people, creatingmemorable experiences and making a real difference in your community? Join ourteam as Library Officer in Merriwa & Cassilis and help shape our librariesinto welcoming hubs where people of all ages can learn, discover, create andconnect. Every day brings something different, from helping someone find theperfect book or access digital resources, to hosting children's story times,book clubs and community events that bring people together.

If you're energetic, creative and enjoy building genuine connections, this is your opportunity to inspirecuriosity, encourage lifelong learning and make a lasting impact across theUpper Hunter Shire.

What's on offer

• A salary range from $1221.80 to $1368.40 per 35 hour week (based on relevant skills and experience) + 12% superannuation
• Annual Leave entitlements
• Generous uniform allowance
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Salary sacrifice options
• Secure, permanent employment with Council and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within your local community

What we need from you

We're looking for someone who is passionate about customer service and creating welcoming,inclusive spaces for the community.

Our ideal candidate will

• Hold a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services (or a related field) and have experience in a library or similar role.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy delivering engaging children's activities, book clubs and community events.
• Be confident working both independently and as part of a team.
• Hold a current Working with Children Check and an unrestricted driver's licence.

Experience using aLibrary Management System, such as Aurora, and promoting library services andactivities will be highly regarded.

About us

Council is a progressiveand caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliverquality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference andadd value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by thevalues of the organisation and staff, which are honest, open and accountable,having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on ourcommitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensurestaff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shireencompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All greatplaces to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date: Tuesday 15 September 2026

Enquiriesand Further Information

Give Kristy Talty, Library Coordinator, a call on 02 6540 1191 or e-mail [e-mail] to discuss this opportunity.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and valuediversity and inclusion in our workplace.

We encourage all applicants,including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Council will providereasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout therecruitment process.

If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessmentprocess, please advise via [e-mail] or 02 65401100 to discuss.